Network Engineer

VIQU Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VIQU Limited is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer for a 6-month engagement, with a focus on automation using Ansible and Terraform and Cisco networking expertise.

The role will automate configuration, testing and validation of enterprise infrastructure, support Nexus switching/ACI and F5 load balancers, and work with Security, Platform and Network teams to improve reliability and efficiency. SC clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• SC clearance preferred.
• Experience with automation and IaC, including Ansible and Terraform.
• Strong Cisco networking experience with Nexus and ACI.
• Experience with F5 load balancers (LTM/DNS).
• Understanding of routing, switching and network security.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network automation using Ansible and Terraform.
• Automate network configuration, patching, pre/post-change testing.
• Support and troubleshoot Cisco network infrastructure, including Nexus and ACI.
• Maintain and enhance F5 load balancing and network security platforms.
• Support routing, switching, firewalls and critical network services.
• Investigate complex incidents and contribute to infrastructure projects and service improvements.
• Work with Network, Security and Platform teams to improve reliability and operational efficiency.

Skills

SC Clearance

Automation & IaC

Ansible

Terraform

Nexus & ACI

F5 LTM/DNS

Routing & Switching

Network Security

Troubleshooting

Python scripting

Cloud networking (Azure/AWS)

Job description

Network Engineer - 6-months - SC Cleared preferred

My financial customer is looking for a hands-on Network Engineer with strong experience in network automation, particularly Ansible and Terraform, alongside Cisco networking technologies. The role will focus on automating network configuration, patching, testing and validation while supporting and improving enterprise infrastructure.

Essential Skills & Experience from the Network Engineer:

• SC Clearance preferred
• Strong network engineering experience with a focus on automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Hands-on experience with Ansible and Terraform.
• Strong Cisco networking experience, particularly Nexus switching and ACI.
• Experience with F5 load balancing technologies (LTM/DNS).
• Strong understanding of routing, switching and network security.
• Experience automating configuration, testing and network validation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience supporting business-critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities of the Network Engineer:

• Develop and maintain network automation using Ansible and Terraform.
• Automate network configuration, patching, pre/post-change testing.
• Support and troubleshoot Cisco network infrastructure, including Nexus and ACI.
• Maintain and enhance F5 load balancing and network security platforms.
• Support routing, switching, firewalls and critical network services.
• Investigate complex incidents and contribute to infrastructure projects and service improvements.
• Work with Network, Security and Platform teams to improve reliability and operational efficiency.

Desirable Skills from the Network Engineer:

• Check Point firewalls, including VSX.
• Python scripting.
• Cloud networking across Azure or AWS.
• Experience in financial services or other regulated environments.