Network Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and forward-thinking company is on the lookout for a skilled Network Engineer to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge networking technologies while ensuring the stability and security of IT infrastructure. You will be responsible for troubleshooting network issues, configuring VLANs, and managing firewall solutions. With a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, this position promises a rewarding career path. If you have the expertise and enthusiasm to excel, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking protocols and configurations.
• Hands-on experience with VLANs, routing protocols, and Spanning-tree Protocol.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues with strong problem-solving skills.
• Configure and maintain Spanning-tree Protocol for network reliability.

Skills

VLANs

OSPF

EIGRP

Spanning-tree Protocol

VPN configurations

Access Control List (ACL)

DHCP

DNS services

SD-WAN solutions

Firewall management

Tools

Meraki

SonicWall

HP Aruba

Zyxel

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Are you a skilled Network Engineer looking for an exciting new opportunity? We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge networking technologies and contribute to the stability and security of our IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues with strong problem-solving skills.
• Provide support for VLANs, static routing, and dynamic routing protocols including OSPF and EIGRP.
• Configure and maintain Spanning-tree Protocol to ensure network reliability.
• Set up and manage site-to-site VPN configurations for secure communication.
• Implement and maintain Access Control List (ACL) rules to enhance network security.
• Administer and optimise DHCP and DNS services for efficient network operations.
• Work with SD-WAN solutions to improve network performance and security.
• Manage firewall solutions, with experience in Meraki and SonicWall being advantageous.
• Support switch infrastructure, with experience in Meraki, HP Aruba, and Zyxel being beneficial.

Key Requirements:

• Strong understanding of networking protocols and configurations.
• Hands-on experience with VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP), and Spanning-tree Protocol.
• Knowledge of firewall and network security best practices.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN solutions and site-to-site VPN setup.
• Experience with firewall vendors (Meraki/SonicWall preferred) and switch vendors (Meraki, HP Aruba, Zyxel advantageous).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £45,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A challenging and rewarding environment with exposure to the latest networking technologies.

If you have the expertise and enthusiasm to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of an innovative and thriving team in Birmingham.