Network Engineer

Harvey Nash Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Network Engineer for an initial 12-month contract in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will maintain and support the Network Security Infrastructure, ensuring all components function optimally while addressing security aspects. Candidates should possess strong Cisco certifications and significant networking experience. This role offers a chance to work with advanced networking technologies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Technology training in IT, with emphasis on Network Technologies.
• Significant experience in Networking Support / Design.
• Detailed knowledge of Cisco architecture and security integrations.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the Network Security Infrastructure.
• Ensure optimal functionality and appropriate patching of components.

Skills

Network Technologies

Unified Communications Support

Network Security

Cisco architecture

Advanced Networking

Windows OS

Unix / Linux

VoIP/Video

Education

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco CCNP

Cisco CCIE (Voice, UC or Security)

Job description

Harvey Nash's client is recruiting for a Network Engineer on an initial 12 month contract. You will be responsible for the support and maintenance of the Network Security Infrastructure ensuring that all components are working optimally and patched as appropriate. This will include: switches, firewalls, routers and Unified Communication platforms for video and voice.

Essential skills:

• Technology training in IT, preferably in Network Technologies & Unified Communications Support / Design. This would be evidenced by courses completed such as Cisco Certified Network Associate, or CCNA Routing and Switching or CCNA Security
• Significant experience of working in the Networking Support / Design fields, including knowledge and experience of network security and security controls.
• Sound knowledge and experience of using Information & Communications Technology solutions as well as a detailed knowledge of Cisco architecture and integration.
• Advanced networking understanding and skills; including firewalls, Security and VoIP/Video
• Experienced in using operating systems such as Windows and Unix / Linux and a working knowledge of integrated and non-integrated Unified Communications systems
• Cisco CCNP, Cisco CCIE (Voice, UC or Security), or equivalent.

To apply, please send your CV using the link.