Network Engineer

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Cycle scheme

On-site facilities

Sport Centre

Job summary

University of Strathclyde in Glasgow is seeking a Network Engineer to deploy, manage and maintain the university's enterprise network infrastructure. You will work with cabling, switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, NTP and related services, in a hybrid setup with 2 days remote.

The role requires collaboration across IS Infrastructure, Estates and other IT teams, and a focus on security and automation using Python, Ansible, or APIs where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing, deploying and maintaining enterprise-class network infrastructure.
• Understanding of TCP/IP networks, routing, switching and firewall architectures.
• Familiarity with network security principles and enterprise security design.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including cabling, switches, routers and firewalls.
• Ensure reliable DNS, DHCP and NTP services and IP addressing.
• Collaborate with IS Infrastructure, Estates and IT support teams to deliver secure network services.

Skills

Networking concepts

TCP/IP

LAN/WAN

Security concepts

Automation awareness

Tools

HPE/Aruba networking hardware

Fortinet Firewall

DNS/DHCP/NTP

Nagios/Netdisco

Job description

Network Engineer

Company: University of Strathclyde

Salary: £38,448 to £46,970 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Glasgow, G1 1XQ

Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 2 Nov 2026

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for to join the Information Services Directorate at the University of Strathclyde as a Network Engineer. This role offers an enthusiastic and motivated individual the chance to work with and contribute to the development of the large enterprise data network infrastructure, and associated services and activities, that underpin all IT operations for the University.

Reporting to the Network Operations Manager, the successful candidate will have day-to-day responsibility for the deployment, management, and maintenance of enterprise-class network infrastructure elements, including cabling, switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, wireless, and fundamental network services such as DNS, DHCP, NTP. They will understand a range of concepts, technologies and protocols at layer 2, layer 3 and above, in particular in relation to a TCP/IP network.

A methodical approach, strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders will be required. In particular, there is a requirement for close collaboration with other IS Infrastructure teams (who provide server, storage, apps, AV, cybersecurity and end-user computing services), Estates Services Directorate (building management services), and IT support teams at central and departmental/faculty support level.

As part of our continuing commitment to cyber security, the candidate will demonstrate understanding of network security and architectures, and of enterprise security design principles. Experience with automation and orchestration using tools such as Python, Ansible or APIs, or other programming environments, would be beneficial.

The successful candidate will have technical knowledge and experience in the majority of the following broad areas, especially advantageous for the named vendors and services:

• Cabling technologies for ethernet (Cat 6, optical fibre)
• LAN equipment (HPE/Aruba switching and routing - Comware 5/7, ArubaOS-Switch, Aruba OS-CX)
• Wireless infrastructure (HPE/Aruba AOS)
• LAN/WAN protocols (layer 2, layer 3 IP, OSPF, BGP)
• Firewalls/VPNs (Fortinet ecosystem)
• Network services (IPAM, DNS, DHCP, NTP) (EfficientIP, ISC)
• Network monitoring systems (Nagios, Netdisco, Akips)

Desirable to have but not essential:

• RADIUS/TACACS, Clearpass
• Linux/FreeBSD
• Python/Perl/Ansible scripting
• API programming exposure

The successful candidate will have provided clear evidence of their experience and skills in the areas concerned.

In return, you will receive ‘on-the-job’ training, a generous holiday package and be eligible to subscribe to a variety of schemes associated with being an employee of the University including: generous employer contributions to your pension; a world-class Sport Centre; family friendly policies; and various additional incentives including a Cycle Scheme. The University also has on-site childcare and parking for which you can apply.

All successful candidates must be willing to be located in the UK.

Applicants may use tools such as AI to support their application; however, all submissions must accurately reflect their own experience and understanding. The University reserves the right to verify the authenticity of application materials and may reject applications where concerns arise.

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