Network Infrastructure Engineer

Xact Placements Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed service provider seeks a Network Infrastructure Engineer focused on enhancing IT within the education sector. In this hybrid role, you'll design and implement cutting-edge network solutions while providing essential support to client schools across the UK. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in networking and a consultative mindset, along with a desire to make a difference in education.

Benefits

22 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Pension scheme

Tech budget

Company perks

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in network protocols and technologies: DNS, DHCP, subnetting, routing.
• Experience in reliable IT support and project engineering.
• Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver network infrastructure solutions: wired/wireless, firewalls, cloud.
• Provide 2nd/3rd line technical support and strategic client consultation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to IT teams in schools.

Skills

DNS

DHCP

Subnetting

Routing

Communication

Documentation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Fortinet NSE4 or equivalent

Tools

Windows Server

Intune

Aruba Networking

Veeam

Hyper-V

VMware

Sophos XDR

Job description

Network Infrastructure Engineer – Education-Focused MSP | Hybrid | Up to £55k + Bonus

Are you a 2nd/3rd line network pro who loves solving real-world IT challenges? Want to use your skills to make a real impact in the education sector? Join a high-growth MSP that's revolutionising IT for schools across the UK.

We’re on the hunt for a Network Infrastructure Engineer to deliver cutting-edge infrastructure solutions, from firewalls and wireless networks to cloud IaaS and cybersecurity tech. You’ll play a key role in technical assessments, project delivery, and ongoing client support.

What you’ll do:

• Design and deliver wired/wireless networks, firewalls, backup & cloud solutions

• Scope and assess technical environments with a best-practice approach

• Provide 2nd/3rd line support and project engineering (remote + on-site)

• Support strategic roadmaps and client consultations

• Be a trusted advisor to IT teams within prestigious schools

What we’re looking for:

• Fortinet NSE4 or equivalent experience

• Strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, subnetting, routing, Windows Server, Intune, and Entra ID

• Experience with Aruba networking, web filtering, and email protection

• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder skills

• Full UK driving licence + vehicle and willingness to travel

Bonus points for: experience in the education sector, Veeam, Hyper-V/VMware, Sophos XDR, and a consultative mindset.

What’s in it for you:

• £40,000 - £50,000

• Hybrid working – mostly remote with visits to the Gloucestershire office

• 22 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off!

• EV salary sacrifice scheme, pension, tech budget, company perks

• The chance to shape IT environments that support future leaders