Network Engineer - SC Clearance

eTeam Workforce Limited; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider seeks a skilled Network Engineer for a 4-month contract in Barrow-in-Furness. The ideal candidate will design, configure, and maintain secure, high-performance network infrastructure, utilizing expertise in Cisco and Palo Alto technologies. Responsibilities include configuring network devices, implementing firewalls, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Successful candidates must possess active SC clearance and will need to work on-site. Competitive pay at £474 per day is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Proficiency in Palo Alto Firewall configuration and management.
• Expertise in switch configuration, VLAN design, and stretched VLANs.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Cisco Switches, Routers, and network devices.
• Implement and maintain Palo Alto Firewalls and security policies.
• Design and configure VLANs and stretched VLANs for multi-site connectivity.
• Deploy and manage Cisco ACI for data center networking.

Skills

Cisco networking technologies

Palo Alto Firewall configuration

Switch configuration

VLAN design

Network monitoring tools

Network security principles

Education

Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or higher)

Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE)

Job description

Role Title: Network Engineer
Location: Full Onsite - BARROW IN FURNESS, Cumbria
Duration: 4 months
Clearance: Active SC required

Pay Rate: £474 per day Inside IR35

Role Overview

The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructure across enterprise environments. This role requires expertise in Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, advanced switching, and data center networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Cisco Switches, Routers, and network devices.
• Implement and maintain Palo Alto Firewalls and security policies.
• Design and configure VLANs and stretched VLANs for multi-site connectivity.
• Deploy and manage Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) for data center networking.
• Troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with architecture and security teams to deliver robust solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Proficiency in Palo Alto Firewall configuration and management.
• Expertise in switch configuration, VLAN design, and stretched VLANs.
• Knowledge of Cisco ACI architecture and deployment.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Understanding of network security principles.

Security Clearance

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain SC clearance.
• Must be UK British National (not dual passport holder).
• Ability to work with sensitive and classified information in compliance with government and organisational security policies.

Additional Requirements

• Will require on‑site work at customer location in Barrow‑in‑Furness as part of project delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or higher).
• Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE).
• Experience in large‑scale enterprise or data centre environments.