Network Security Engineer

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy based in Manchester is urgently seeking a Network Security Technical Consultant. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in network engineering and major firewall technologies, along with excellent communication skills. This role offers flexibility with mostly remote work and opportunities for professional growth in network design. Applicants must have client facing experience and relevant certifications. The salary range is between £55,000 to £70,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Career progression opportunities

Remote working flexibility

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Network Engineer with switches and routers.
• Experience with major firewall technologies like Cisco, Checkpoint, etc.
• Previous experience in a client facing Professional Services role.

Responsibilities

• Consult on networking solutions as a Network Security Engineer.
• Engage in technical implementation and project work.
• Deliver multiple network security projects distinct from support work.

Skills

Network Engineering

Firewall Technology

Client Facing Experience

Communication Skills

Education

Cisco CCNA / CCNP or equivalent certifications

Job description

Network Security Technical Consultant

Location: Manchester & Hybrid | Client Facing Role

Salary: circa £55,000 to £70,000 depending on experience

A global technology consultancy based in Manchester is urgently looking for a new Network Security Technical Consultant with strong experience of Cisco network solutions and exposure to multiple firewall & network security projects to join their team. You will work in a client facing role as a Network Security Engineer – consulting on solutions and hands‑on with the technical implementation and project work.

This role can be mostly remote with around 25% travel to client site or local offices, so they offer a great work / life balance. They also offer a great career opportunity with the chance to learn new Networking skills, get certified in multiple areas and progress into Network Design / Architecture roles in the future.

What You'll Need:

• Strong experience as a Network Engineer working with switches & routers etc
• Strong experience with at least 1 major firewall technology (Cisco / Checkpoint / Fortinet / Palo Alto etc)
• Previous client facing experience in a Professional Services / Consultancy role.
• Strong experience of delivering multiple network security projects (this is not support work)
• Professional certifications (e.g. Cisco CCNA / CCNP, Checkpoint, Fortinet, Palo Alto etc).
• Excellent communication skills
• This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager will be shortlisting for interview immediately. Please send your Network Security Engineer CV to me ASAP to be considered.

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.