Network Engineer

expleo-jobs-gb-en; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

ExpleoAcademy training

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Expleo is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, support, and optimise OT network infrastructure for critical industrial systems. You will manage SolarWinds platforms, configure Layer 2/3 services, and troubleshoot across OT environments.

Join a team working with infrastructure, cyber security, SCADA and operations to ensure resilient service delivery, while maintaining secure architectures and compliant with OT/ICS standards.

Qualifications

• Understanding OT/ICS networking principles in industrial environments.
• Knowledge of network security, firewalls, segmentation, secure remote access.
• Exposure to automation tools such as Python, Ansible or Terraform.
• Familiarity with OT cyber security frameworks and NIS regulations.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA/P, JNCIP, NSE or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support SolarWinds network monitoring and management platforms.
• Design, configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 network services across OT environments.
• Support routing, switching, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP and static routing in industrial contexts.
• Implement and maintain secure network architectures aligned with OT/ICS security requirements.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity; provide proactive issue resolution.
• Produce and maintain network documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cyber security, SCADA and operations teams for resilient service delivery.

Skills

OT/ICS networking

Network security

Network automation

OT cyber security frameworks

Certifications (CCNA/CCNP/JNCIP/NSE)

Tools

SolarWinds

Cisco

Fortinet

Juniper

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineering to design, implementation, support, and optimisation of Operational Technology (OT) network infrastructure supporting critical industrial systems. The role requires strong technical expertise across network monitoring, routing, switching, security, and troubleshooting within complex OT environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support SolarWinds network monitoring and management platforms.
• Design, configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 network services across OT environments.
• Support enterprise and industrial networking technologies including routing, switching, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP and static routing.
• Implement and maintain secure network architectures aligned with OT/ICS security requirements.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity, providing proactive issue resolution.
• Produce and maintain network documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
• Work closely with infrastructure, cyber security, SCADA and operational teams to ensure resilient service delivery.

Essential skills

• Understanding of OT/ICS networking principles and industrial control system environments.
• Knowledge of network security, firewalls, segmentation, and secure remote access solutions.
• Exposure to network automation tools such as Python, Ansible or Terraform.
• Familiarity with OT cyber security frameworks and NIS regulations.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA/P, JNCIP, NSE or equivalent.

Experience

• Strong administration and operational experience withSolarWinds Orion Platform.
• Extensive hands‑on experience withCisco, Fortinet (FortiGate) and Junipernetworking technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting complex routing and switching issues in critical environments.
• Experience supporting SCADA or industrial control system networks.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
  • Communicating and promoting vacancies
  • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
  • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
  • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive