Network Engineering Manager

Platform Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Networking Engineering Manager to work closely with Project Management and Engineering teams in a dynamic and cutting-edge environment. This role involves designing and delivering advanced network solutions, requiring strong communication and extensive experience in network engineering, wireless networks, and telecommunications. The position is field-based with international travel. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications such as CCNA and experience with enterprise-grade network solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in designing and delivering end-to-end network solutions.
• Strong understanding of VLANs, DHCP/DNS, and core routing concepts.
• Experience deploying enterprise-grade Wi-Fi solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Management and Engineering teams.
• Influence system design and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Manage complex, high-profile network projects.

Skills

Excellent communication

Client-facing skills

Experience in network engineering

Expertise in wireless networks

Knowledge in fiber optics

Telecommunications systems

Education

CCNA certification

CCNP certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Ekahau or equivalent tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Check Point

Sophos

Palo Alto

Job description

Networking Engineering Manager | Hertfordshire | £65,000 - £75,000

Our client is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Network Engineering Manager to collaborate closely with their Project Management and Engineering teams. This role provides the chance to work with cutting‑edge technologies, influence system design, and deliver high‑quality solutions to exacting standards.

You must be an excellent communicator with strong client‑facing skills, supported by extensive network engineering experience. A high level of expertise in wireless networks, fibre optics, and telecommunications systems is essential. While the company is based in Hertfordshire, this is a field‑based role that will also require international travel.

Key Skills and Experience

Certifications

• CCNA – essential
• CCNP – desirable (or equivalent practical experience)

Core Networking

• Proven experience designing and delivering end‑to‑end network solutions
• Strong understanding of VLANs, trunking, STP fundamentals, DHCP/DNS, and core routing concepts
• Experience with OSPF preferred; BGP knowledge is an advantage

Wireless

• Experience deploying and managing enterprise‑grade Wi‑Fi solutions (controller‑based or equivalent)
• Competent in Wi‑Fi site surveys, coverage analysis, and heatmap reporting (Ekahau or equivalent tools)

Security / Firewalls

• Hands‑on experience configuring and deploying firewalls, including Cisco, Fortinet, Check Point, Sophos, WatchGuard, and Palo Alto
• Strong security fundamentals, including network segmentation (owner/guest/crew/IoT), secure remote access and VPNs, and ACL configuration

WAN / Connectivity (Yacht‑Relevant)

• Experience with multi‑WAN and SD‑WAN‑style solutions, including traffic path selection and optimisation
• Familiarity with platforms such as Peplink, Celerway, Kerio, Sophos, Cisco, and Kognitive Networks

Hands‑on Commissioning

• Strong fault‑finding and system commissioning skills are essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of complex, high‑profile network projects while working with cutting‑edge technologies in a dynamic, international environment. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional solutions and enjoy working closely with clients, we would love to hear from you.