Network Engineer (Cisco/Meraki)

Taylor James Resourcing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join their Infrastructure team based in London. You will deliver exceptional 3rd Line Support and manage various network projects. Ideal candidates will have at least CCNP certification, strong experience with Cisco and Meraki products, and excellent troubleshooting skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £80,000 - £85,000 per annum and involves regular on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with at least CCNP level certification or above.
• Strong experience as Level 3 Network Engineer.
• Administration of Cisco Catalyst Switches and ISR routers.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to the technical delivery of various network projects.
• Create and maintain project-related documentation.
• Proactive monitoring of IT systems.

Skills

Cisco and Meraki products

Network Automation (Python)

Cisco Voice

Troubleshooting Azure networks

ITIL processes

Education

CCNP level certification or above

Tools

Cisco FTD

Cisco FMC

Cisco Catalyst Switches

Cisco ISR routers

Cisco DNA Center

Job description

Network Engineer

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Network Engineer required to join our highly skilled Infrastructure team to deliver exceptional 3rd Line Support to the global infrastructure network and deliver various network projects within tight timeframes. Based in the City of London, working for a Global FTSE business.

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with at least CCNP level certification or above
• Strong experience as Level 3 Network Engineer
• Vendor Experience: Cisco and Meraki products
• Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco FTD, Cisco FMC, Cisco Switches & Nexus 5k/9k switches
• Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Meraki Products – MX, MS, MR, and SD-WAN
• Administration of Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco ISR routers and Cisco DNA Center
• CUCM/ Cisco Voice experience
• In-depth experience in working with Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine)
• Fundamental Multicast problem-solving skills
• Good Understanding and troubleshooting skills of Azure cloud-based networks
• Network Automation – Write and execute scripts in Python
• Configuration and troubleshooting Cisco Anyconnect remote access VPN
• Ideally some Linux experience
• Knowledge and application of ITIL processes

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to the technical delivery of various network projects that include design, configuration and installation of office moves and expansion, replacement of existing vendors, and managing datacentres networks
• Create and maintain project-related documentation, ensuring that accurate information is available to the team members and the other teams
• Conduct workshops at regular intervals to share knowledge with others
• Create and maintain site documentation and technical documentation
• Develop knowledge in a specific technology area, to become a trusted SME in that field
• Proactive monitoring of IT systems and preventive measures taken to reduce system downtime
• Write post‑incident review documents and suggest/implement recommendation plans to reduce/prevent further incidents
• Test business applications, network, and server performance, provide performance statistics and reports, develop strategies for maintaining and improving core infrastructure
• Adherence to all IT security policies and assistance in enforcing and monitoring of IT security policies
• Spot potential vulnerabilities and suggest resolution
• Evaluate, design, maintain infrastructure systems, including LANs, WANs, Internet, intranet, security, and incident and change management systems
• Understand requirements of business and suggest appropriate technologies to help deliver business goals
• On‑call rota and regular weekend network maintenance

Date: 19 Jul 2023

Sector: IT

Type: Permanent

Location: London

Salary: £80000 - 85000 per annum

Email: [e-mail]

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