Network Engineer

Triumph Consultants Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Network Engineer (Associate) to support their infrastructure in a 24/7 operational environment. The role involves providing 2nd/3rd line support across LAN, WAN, and other network platforms. Candidates should have relevant experience in network engineering, particularly in configuration and support of network systems. This is a great opportunity to develop your career in a technically varied and operationally critical environment. The position is office-based in Stafford, UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in 2nd/3rd line network engineering role.
• Hands-on configuration and support of routers, switches, firewalls and WiFi.
• Knowledge of VPNs, network security, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, firewall, VPN, voice and video infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, availability and security.
• Deliver BAU activities including patching, upgrades and break/fix.
• Assist with incidents, changes and releases in line with ITIL practices.

Skills

2nd/3rd line network engineering experience

Hands-on configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, and WiFi

Knowledge of VPNs and network security

Understanding of MPLS and dynamic routing protocols

Experience supporting network deployments through full lifecycle

Familiarity with ITIL principles

Education

Networking qualification, degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Role: Network Engineer
Ref: BL 372938
Pay Rate: £24.69 per hour PAYE
Hours per week: 37
Length of Contract: 6 months from start date
Location: StaffordST18 0YY
Office Based Only

Clearance: NPPV or MV

Candidates must be car drivers as you will be travelling to various locations

Our Client is seeking a Network Engineer (Associate) to support, maintain and enhance our network infrastructure, working as part of a skilled technical team in a 24/7 operational environment. Digital, Data and Technology are responsible for transforming and supporting the organisation’s digital technology services. Within Operations, the Networks and Communications team delivers secure, resilient and high-performing network and communications services across the estate.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a technically varied and operationally critical network environment.

The Role

You will provide 2nd/3rd line network support, carrying out monitoring, maintenance, configuration and installation activities across LAN, WAN, wireless, firewall, voice and video platforms. You will support both business‑as‑usual operations and project delivery, ensuring services remain secure, available and performant.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, firewall, VPN, voice and video infrastructure
• Monitor network performance, availability and security
• Deliver BAU activities including patching, upgrades and break/fix
• Assist with incidents, changes and releases in line with ITIL practices
• Support network design and deployment activities aligned to high‑ and low‑level designs
• Work collaboratively with cyber security, projects and service teams
• Participate in an on‑call rota and attend offsite locations when required

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience in a 2nd/3rd line network engineering role
• Hands‑on configuration and support of routers, switches, firewalls and WiFi
• Knowledge of VPNs, network security and compliance
• Understanding of MPLS and dynamic routing protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP)
• Experience supporting network deployments through full lifecycle
• Familiarity with ITIL principles and incident/change management
• Relevant networking qualification, degree, or equivalent practical experience