Network Engineer

Telefónica Tech; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider seeks a Network Engineer in Cambridge to manage and support network infrastructure and security systems. The role involves troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and ensuring scalability while documenting configurations. Ideal candidates will have experience with Cisco and firewall technologies, and will participate in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Experience of enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN management.
• Experience of Cisco, HPE, Aruba.
• Experience of firewall technologies, particularly Fortinet, Cisco.

Responsibilities

• Supporting network and security infrastructure (LAN/WAN/WLAN).
• Troubleshooting complex network issues and implementing solutions.
• Maintaining accurate network documentation including diagrams and configurations.

Skills

LAN/WAN management

Cisco experience

Firewall technologies

Network monitoring

Job description

Company Description

Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 exceptionally skilled employees and +60 nationalities.

We serve more than 5.5m customers every day in over 175 countries, with a global ecosystem of market-leading partners. Global strategic hubs: Spain, Brazil, the UK, Germany.

The Telefónica Tech UK&I hub has an end- to-end portfolio of market leading services and develops integrated technology solutions to accelerate digital transformation through: Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Applications, Digital Workplace and Cyber Security & Networking.

Values: Open, Bold, Trusted

Trusted Partners:

• Microsoft: Top 3 Service Providers, Azure Expert Status, Fastrack & Inner Circle Partner
• HPE: Platinum Partner – FY23 UK&I Solution Provider of the Year
• Palo Alto & Crowdstrike: part of our NextDefense Cyber Security Portfolio
• Fortinet: Elite VIP Program – one of only 2 in the UK
• AWS: Advanced Solution & Managed Service Provider Program
  
  

Job Description

Network Engineer - Cambridgeshire

The L2 Network Engineer will cover management, maintenance and support of network infrastructure, perimeter security systems and network management platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting network and security infrastructure (LAN / WAN / WLAN / Firewalls / Application/VPN, etc.)
• Troubleshooting complex network issues, identifying network bottlenecks, and implementing solutions to ensure optimal network performance
• Optimizing network infrastructure to ensure maximum performance and scalability.
• Maintain accurate network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and inventory records
• Prepare regular reports on network performance, availability, and security
• Day-to-day patching, maintenance and operation of the above in secure environments
• Continual improvement of the systems based on changing demands
• Liaising with various departments within the business
• Coordinating with 3rd party suppliers and partners to support, maintain and implement these systems
  
  

Skills & Experience:

Essential;

• Experience of enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN management
• Experience of Cisco, HPE, Aruba
• Experience of firewall technologies, particularly Fortinet, Cisco.
• Experience of network monitoring, troubleshooting and management tools
  
  

Desirable;

• Cisco certification
• Fortinet certification
• Aruba certification
  
  

Additional Information

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK.
• Due to our location, access to own transport is essential.
• Must meet Security Clearance requirements if this is a requirement of the role and any offer would be conditional upon the successful candidate passing BPSS which includes a criminal record check
• This role requires participation in 24/7 On-call, which operates on a rotational basis.
  
  

Key Words:

Network Engineer - 2nd Line - Level 2 - CCNA - CCNP - Cisco - Networking - HPE - Aruba - LAN - WAN

We don’t believe hiring is a tick box exercise, so if you feel that you don’t match the job description 100%, but would still be a great fit for role, please get in touch.