Network Engineer

Thorn SDS Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days Annual Leave

Employer Pension Contributions

Group Life Insurance

Dental & Health Cashback Plans

Wellbeing Services

Wellbeing Support Contribution

Training & Personal Development

Job summary

Thorn SDS Ltd in Hereford is seeking a Network Engineer to configure, manage and improve mission-critical network infrastructures in secure environments.

This is a full-time, on-site role with potential UK travel. You’ll work across routing, VLANs, cloud networking and automation, collaborating with multiple teams while maintaining high security standards and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, and security.
• CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications are a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage and improve network environments across a wide range of technologies.
• Configure routers and switches to ensure optimal performance.
• Implement and manage routing protocols for efficient data transmission.
• Design VLAN configurations and network segmentation.
• Work with network virtualization to enhance scalability and flexibility.
• Implement and manage cloud networking solutions.
• Develop automation scripts for network tasks and stay current with best practices.
• Produce network designs based on project requirements and standards.
• Deploy infrastructure through delivery phases and support end users.

Skills

Networking protocols

Routing & Switching

Network security

Network monitoring

Network virtualization

Cloud networking

Network automation

Troubleshooting

Communication & collaboration

Job description

Overview

Thorn SDS is a UK specialist Managed Service Provide. We empower technology professionals and organisations across the Space, Defence, and Security sectors — and now, we’re growing our team with a Network Engineer who’s ready to make an impact.

This is a full-time, on-site role (5 days per week) at a secure location in Hereford. You’ll be operating at SFIA Level 3, shaping and supporting mission-critical network infrastructure in highly specialised environments. Some UK travel with overnight stays may be required.

Security Clearance

Successful applicants will be required to obtain a high level of security clearance prior to appointment. (See: Gov.UK – United Kingdom Security Vetting)

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll configure, manage and improve network environments across a wide range of technologies and responsibilities, including:

• Configuring and managing routers and switches to ensure optimal performance
• Implementing and managing routing protocols to facilitate efficient data transmission
• Designing and implementing VLAN configurations and network segmentation
• Working with network virtualisation to enhance scalability and flexibility
• Implementing and managing cloud networking solutions
• Developing automation scripts for network tasks and keeping up to date with network automation best practice
• Producing comprehensive network designs based on project requirements and industry standards
• Configuring network devices to established designs, monitoring performance, producing reports and proactively implementing improvements
• Deploying infrastructure through later delivery phases, troubleshooting implementation issues, supporting end users, contributing to PI planning and collaborating across teams, and enabling or guiding others to achieve results

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer.
• Strong skills in Networking Protocols, Routing and Switching, Network Security, Network Monitoring and Management, Network Virtualization, Cloud Networking, and Network Automation.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyse complex network issues.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary
• 25 days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Employer Pension Contributions
• Group Life Insurance
• Dental & Health Cashback Plans
• Wellbeing Services (includes GP, Physio and Savings Benefits)
• Thorn Wellbeing Support Contribution
• Supported Training & Personal Development Opportunities

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you’re looking to take your career forward in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, we’d love to hear from you. Join Thorn SDS and help deliver secure, reliable network solutions where they matter most.

All applicants must hold the Right to Work in the UK