Network Engineer (French Speaking)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car allowance (£7,000)

Company bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance (+5 days)

Staff shop discounts

Cinema discounts & Sodexo cashback

Recognition awards

Career progression via Sysco group

Job summary

Sysco International in the UK is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support, maintain, and improve our global network across offices, data centres, warehouses, and cloud-connected environments.

The role is hybrid with 3 days per week in the Hemel Hempstead or Ashford, Kent offices. Fluency in French (written and spoken) is essential, and you will work with Cyber Security to maintain security and compliance.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken French is essential.
• Extensive experience configuring and supporting Check Point, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, VPNs, and SD-WAN.
• Proven ability to deliver network upgrades and projects in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and improve global network infrastructure.
• Deliver network upgrades and projects (office openings, relocations, acquisitions).
• Configure and support Cisco/Aruba LAN, WAN, switching, and wireless.
• Provide Level 2/3 network support and troubleshoot complex incidents.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security to ensure security and compliance.

Skills

French language

Network engineering

Firewall management

TCP/IP & routing

LAN/WAN/WLAN

VPN

Education

CCNA/CCNP

Aruba

Check Point

Fortinet

F5

ITIL

Tools

Check Point

Fortinet

Cisco ASA

F5 Load Balancers

Infoblox

Cisco Nexus

Aruba ClearPass

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support, maintain, and improve our global network infrastructure across offices, data centres, warehouses, and cloud-connected environments.It is essential to be Fluent in French both written and verbal.

This role is offering hybrid working with3 days per week in the Hemel Hempstead, or Ashford, Kent office,and as such a good degree of self-motivation and flexibility is required.

The Network Engineer will manage and support Check Point, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA firewalls, implementing firewall changes, security policies, network access controls, and device authentication while working closely with Cyber Security teams to maintain security and compliance standards.

The role will also support F5 load balancing and Infoblox DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services, ensuring the availability of business-critical applications and maintaining accurate network records and documentation.

In addition to operational support, the Network Engineer will deliver network upgrades and infrastructure projects, including office openings, relocations, acquisitions, network expansions, and hardware refresh programmes. They will work with internal teams, vendors, and service providers to deliver changes in line with technical standards and change management processes.

Working as part of a collaborative technology team, you’ll provide Level 2 and Level 3 network support, troubleshoot complex incidents, maintain network performance and security, and contribute to infrastructure upgrades and projects. The role will configure and support Cisco and Aruba LAN, WAN, switching, and wireless environments, including Cisco Nexus, VLANs, routing protocols, network segmentation, and high-availability solutions. It will also support Aruba Wireless and ClearPass across offices, warehouses, and remote sites.

You’ll have hands‑on experience with technologies including Cisco Routing & Switching, Cisco Nexus, Aruba Switching and Wi‑Fi, Aruba ClearPass, Check Point, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, F5 Load Balancers, and Infoblox. You’ll also have a strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, VPNs, network security, SD‑WAN, high availability, and cloud connectivity.

Ideally, you’ll bring significant network engineering experience within an enterprise environment, with strong troubleshooting, communication, and project delivery skills. Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, Aruba, Check Point, Fortinet, F5, or ITIL would be advantageous.

What you’ll receive:

• Company car allowance of £7,000 or Company Car
• Eligible for company bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase 5 additional holiday days
• Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award‑winning products through our staff shop
• Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
• Recognition awards and Incentives
• Career progression opportunities - being part of Sysco group, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility

Additional Information

At Sysco International everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco International and we recognise that Sysco International can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.