Network Engineer – Surveillance Infra (CCNA)

Metropolitan Thames Valley; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme (MPS up to 29

Generous leave 28–33 days + bank

Flexible working options + 2 days/mo.

Job summary

Metropolitan Thames Valley seeks a Network Engineer to join the Infrastructure Team in London. You will design, build and deploy network solutions to support surveillance and policing activities, working in a workshop-based, collaborative environment with a team of around 50 engineers.

You will handle network equipment, monitor performance, and resolve complex issues while maintaining Linux systems and scripting automation. Occasional after-hours work and SC clearance are possible requirements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing, configuring and supporting network equipment.
• Monitoring network performance and resolving complex connectivity issues.
• Willingness to obtain SC clearance (SC(e)).
• Full UK driving license and willingness to obtain C1/D1 where needed.
• Flexibility to support operational demand, including occasional hours outside standard times.
• Knowledge of CCTV IP systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and support network equipment to ensure reliable operations.
• Monitor performance, diagnose issues and resolve complex connectivity problems.
• Support CCTV IP infrastructure and integrate with video management systems.
• Collaborate with infrastructure engineers to design and implement secure network solutions.
• Maintain Linux servers (Ubuntu/Debian) and automate repetitive tasks with scripts.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.

Skills

Networking concepts

Troubleshooting

Automation scripting

Education

CCNA or CCNP

Tools

Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)

Bash scripting

Python

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Metropolitan Thames Valley seeks a Network Engineer to join the Infrastructure Team in London. You will design, build and deploy network solutions to support surveillance and policing activities, working in a workshop-based, collaborative environment with a team of around 50 engineers.

You will handle network equipment, monitor performance, and resolve complex issues while maintaining Linux systems and scripting automation. Occasional after-hours work and SC clearance are possible requirements.