Network Engineer

Telefónica Tech (EN); Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider based in Huntingdon is seeking a Level 2 Network Engineer for hybrid work. The role includes managing and supporting network infrastructure and security systems, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining documentation. Candidates should have relevant experience with Cisco and Fortigate, as well as CCNA certification. This position requires right to work in the UK and access to transport.

Qualifications

• Articulate and a clear communicator.
• Be a customer advocate.
• Have the ability to converse technical terms and definitions to non-technical personnel.
• Experience in report writing.
• Meticulous with excellent attention to detail.
• Interested in Continual Service Improvement.
• Able to multitask and handle large amounts of complex information.

Responsibilities

• Supporting network and security infrastructure (LAN / WAN / WLAN / Firewalls / Application/VPN).
• Troubleshooting network issues.
• VPN Management.
• Firewall Policy Management.
• Maintain accurate network documentation.
• Day-to-day patching, maintenance and operation 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.

Skills

Experience of Cisco and Fortigate firewalls including configuration and management of firewall rules and VPN

Experience of enterprise DC/LAN/WAN network management

Experience of network monitoring, troubleshooting and management tools

CCNA certification

Job description

Overview

Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 employees and +60 nationalities. We serve more than 5.5m customers everyday 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, 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
• Fortinet: Elite VIP Program – one of only 2 in the UK
• Palo Alto & Crowdstrike: part of our NextDefense Cyber Security Portfolio

Job Description

Job Description

Network Engineer - Level 2
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire - Hybrid (2+ days per week)

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

Responsibilities

• Supporting network and security infrastructure (LAN / WAN / WLAN / Firewalls / Application/VPN, Delivery Controllers etc.)
• Troubleshooting network issues
• VPN Management
• Firewall Policy Management
• Maintain accurate network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and inventory records
• 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

Qualifications

Skills & Experience:

• Experience of Cisco and Fortigate firewalls including configuration and management of firewall rules and VPN
• Experience of enterprise DC/LAN/WAN network management
• Experience of network monitoring, troubleshooting and management tools
• CCNA certification

Interpersonal Skills;

• Articulate and a clear communicator
• Be a customer advocate
• Have the ability to converse technical terms and definitions to non-technical personnel
• Experience in report writing
• Meticulous with excellent attention to detail
• Interested in Continual Service Improvement
• Able to multitask and handle large amounts of complex information

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 vetting requirements as this is a requirement of the role.
• Any offer would be conditional upon the successful candidate passing a full SC and NPPV3 vetting process.

Key Words: Network Engineer - CCNA - CCNP - Fortinet - Fortigate - Firewalls - Network Analyst - Networking - Cisco - Cisco ASA - ACI - Virtual Networking - Data Centre - Data Center

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.