Network Engineer

DP World

Stanford-le-Hope, Coryton

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

DP World in the UK is seeking a hands-on IT Network Engineer to lead network performance initiatives from London Gateway Port. Based at Stanford-le-Hope with responsibility for LAN/WAN and wireless across two sites, you will work under the Network Manager on projects, change control, and security policies.

The ideal candidate has CCNA or higher, extensive Cisco experience, and familiarity with virtualization (Cisco UCS, VMware).

Qualifications

Degree level or equivalent
CCNA or higher or equivalent qualifications
Familiar with ITIL concepts
Commercial awareness
Proven experience of supporting large Cisco based Enterprise networks
Experience of networking in large industrial environments would be advantageous
Understanding of Virtualisation and Cisco UCS/VMware
Understanding of network design and architectures
Demonstrable ability to work within a team and liaise effectively with third parties
Excellent knowledge of networking
Ability to respond quickly to incidents and urgent requests
Work effectively under pressure and the ability to contribute to multiple concurrent projects
Good communication skills
Familiarity of one of more of the following: Checkpoint Firewalls
IPSEC VPNs (Remote Access and Site-to-Site)
CISCO ISE
F5 Load balancers

Responsibilities

The network support engineer will monitor the network as defined by the IT procedures and will resolve support issues
Specifically the network engineer will: Maintain and develop the network hardware and software and provide on-site assistance and troubleshooting; Implement network changes into the various environments following company procedures, i.e. change control and security policies.
Monitor and maintain the clustered high availability solutions across two sites
Monitor the Data Centers and Virtual Environments
Monitor the site wide network infrastructure, this will include all LAN, WAN and Wireless LAN connections
Monitor communication systems
Be familiar with DR procedures
Supply service desk support facilities
Contribute to and develop network documentation
Take on other tasks and projects as defined by the Infra structure Manager

Skills

CCNA

Cisco networking

Layer 2/3 switching

Network performance monitoring

ITIL concepts

Firewalls

Wireless technologies

VPNs

VMware

Cisco UCS

Nexus knowledge

Team collaboration

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Checkpoint Firewalls

IPSEC VPNs

CISCO ISE

F5 Load balancers

Job description

DP World in the UK is at the heart of Britain’s trading future, providing the right trading infrastructure, smart logistical solutions, and the benefits of freeport status to our customers.

We are seeking a hands-on IT Network Engineer to join and lead our dynamic team. Based out of our London Gateway Port and reporting into our Network Manager, you will play a pivotal role in conducting internal analyses of network performance and traffic analysis, as well as working on projects to improve network performance across DP World.

Our ideal candidate will have solid experience as a Network Engineer within a corporate and industrial space, working on local/onsite networks. In addition, the successful candidate must have experience with Cisco-centric equipment, Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, hold a CCNA qualification, and demonstrate capability in managing firewalls and wireless technologies such as access points and Cisco controllers. We are looking for someone with excellent IT expertise and strong Cisco and Nexus knowledge.

Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

About the Role

How you will Contribute

The network support engineer will monitor the network as defined by the IT procedures and will resolve support issues;
Specifically the network engineer will:
- Maintain and develop the network hardware and software and provide on-site assistance and troubleshooting;
- Implement network changes into the various environments following company procedures, i.e. change control and security policies.
- Monitor and maintain the clustered high availability solutions across two sites;
- Monitor the Data Centers and Virtual Environments;
- Monitor the site wide network infrastructure, this will include all LAN, WAN and Wireless LAN connections;
- Monitor communication systems;
- Be familiar with DR procedures;
- Supply service desk support facilities;
- Contribute to and develop network documentation.
- Take on other tasks and projects as defined by the Infra structure Manager;

What you will bring

Minimum requirement Degree level or equivalent;

CCNA or higher or equivalent qualifications;

Familiar with ITIL concepts

Commercial awareness;

Proven experience of supporting large Cisco based Enterprise networks is essential;

Experience of networking in large industrial environments would be advantageous.

Have an understanding of Virtualisation and Virtual network technology such as Cisco UCS and VMware;

Understanding of network design and architectures

Demonstrable ability to work within a team and to liaise effectively with third parties ;

Excellent knowledge of networking;

Ability to respond quickly to incidents and urgent requests;

Work effectively under pressure and the ability to contribute to multiple concurrent projects.

Good communication skills.

Familiarity of one of more of the following:

Checkpoint Firewalls;

IPSEC VPNs (Remote Access and Site-to-Site)

CISCO ISE;

F5 Load balancers

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organisation. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market-competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses—Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology—and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. The DP World family comprises syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the worldwide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.

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