Network & Security Delivery Team Leader

Wavenet; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-Based Working

25 days annual leave

Private medical coverage

Discounted health plans

Eye care scheme

Wellbeing programs

Wavenet Academy LMS

Job summary

Wavenet is seeking a Network & Security Delivery Team Lead to join our team of 20 network consultants. The role is hands-on 80% and involves leading customer projects from workshops to multi-vendor designs based on Cisco and Fortinet.

You will also lead a 5-6 person team, handling day-to-day allocation, mentoring, 1:1s, performance and absence management, and training plans. This is a senior engineer stepping into management while staying technically hands-on.

Qualifications

• 7+ years designing, implementing and supporting enterprise network and security solutions.
• Hands-on skills in routing, switching and security with Cisco and Fortinet focus.
• Proven track record as technical lead on customer projects and turning designs into LLDS/SoWs.
• CCNP (Enterprise or Security) and Fortinet NSE7/FCSS or equivalent; CCIE is a strong advantage.
• Eligible for SC clearance, full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer projects from start to finish: workshops, LLDS and SoWs, multi-vendor designs (Cisco/Fortinet).
• Lead a team of 5-6 consultants: day-to-day allocation, mentoring, performance and training plans.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Sales and other delivery teams; cover for Team Leaders as needed.
• Provide technical leadership and stay hands-on to design, build and commission solutions.

Skills

CCNP

Fortinet NSE7/FCSS

CCIE

Azure networking

MPLS/ISP

Routing & Switching

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Networking certifications

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Job description

Job Description

We\'re looking for a Network & Security Delivery Team Lead to join our team of 20 network consultants. We are one of the UKs largest, privately owned MSPs, providing ISP services, MPLS connectivity, hosting facilities and private cloud, and partner with Microsoft for public cloud solutions. We design and deliver complex network and security solutions for large and mid-sized enterprise customers. This is still a hands-on technical role. Around 80% of your time will go on leading customer projects from start to finish: running technical workshops, producing LLDs and SoWs, and designing, building and commissioning multi-vendor solutions, mainly based on Cisco and Fortinet.

The other 20% is leading a team of 5-6 experienced consultants. That covers day-to-day work allocation, mentoring, 1:1s, performance and absence management, and the team\'s training and certification plan. The team is mature and largely self-managing, so this role is ideal for a senior engineer who wants to take their first step into management while staying close to the technology. You\'ll work closely with Project Management, Sales and the other delivery teams, and provide cover for the Team leaders when needed.

Qualifications

You\'ll need at least 7 years\' experience designing, implementing and supporting enterprise network and security solutions, ideally in an MSP, ISP or systems integrator. You\'ll need strong hands-on skills in routing, switching and security, focusing on Cisco and or Fortinet in particular SD WAN, Enterprise Networking, and Next Generation Firewall configuration security. Experience of wireless and radius servers such as ISE or FortiNac would be beneficial. You should have a proven track record of acting as technical lead on customer projects, turning designs into detailed LLDs and effort estimates, and working confidently with senior stakeholders. Experience mentoring or informally leading engineers is essential. Formal line management experience is not.

You must hold CCNP-level certification (Enterprise or Security) and Fortinet NSE 7 / FCSS or equivalent. CCIE is a strong advantage. Experience with Azure networking, MPLS/service provider environments, Palo Alto, Extreme or Cato would also be welcome. You must be eligible for SC clearance, hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel to customer sites.

Additional Information

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to bring their unique perspectives to our team.
At Wavenet, we provide more than just a job; we create an exceptional environment with a broad range of benefits to support your success from day one. With us, you\'ll receive a competitive starting annual leave allowance, private medical coverage, discounted health plans, an eye care scheme, and extensive health and wellbeing programs, all supported by our dedicated Wellbeing Team.

Here\'s a closer look at what we offer:

• Office-Based Working: A collaborative approach with team support, requiring you to work in one of our offices. This role emphasises in-person teamwork and engagement at Wavenet.


• Annual Leave: Start your journey with 25 days of leave, increasing by one day each year up to 28 days - our way of expressing appreciation for your dedication.


• Health & Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is our priority. Benefit from private medical coverage, discounted health plans, virtual GP access, an eye care scheme, and a comprehensive employee assistance program, all facilitated by our Wellbeing Team.


• Wavenet Academy: We are excited to announce the launch of Wavenet Academy, our new user-friendly Learning Management System (LMS). This platform is designed to enhance learning, training, and personal development initiatives across our organisation.