Network & Security Specialist – 11277JS

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Birmingham is seeking a skilled Network & Security Specialist on a contract basis. This role involves maintaining and securing a hybrid infrastructure, ensuring network safety, and conducting vulnerability remediation. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in network security, experience with Microsoft Intune, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a daily rate of £450 to £550 and allows for hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network or Security Engineer/Specialist in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure including switching, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience securing Windows Server environments.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability remediation tools.

Responsibilities

• Support and secure network infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Strengthen Windows Server and network security configurations.
• Lead efforts in vulnerability management and remediation.
• Implement and maintain endpoint hardening policies using Microsoft Intune.
• Monitor and respond to network security events and incidents.

Skills

Network infrastructure knowledge

Security engineering experience

Windows Server security

Vulnerability remediation expertise

Microsoft Intune management

Cloud networking familiarity (Azure, AWS)

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Job description

11277JS
£450 – 550 per day

Network & Security Specialist

Inside IR35 – Hybrid

We’re looking for a skilled Network & Security Specialist to join a leading organisation in Birmingham on a contract basis. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and securing the company’s hybrid infrastructure, spanning both on-premise and cloud environments.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technical professional with a strong background in network and system security, vulnerability remediation, and endpoint protection using Microsoft Intune.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and secure network infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Strengthen Windows Server and network security configurations.
• Lead efforts in vulnerability management and remediation, working closely with IT and security teams.
• Implement and maintain endpoint hardening policies through Microsoft Intune.
• Monitor and respond to network security events and incidents.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of security posture, compliance, and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support ongoing infrastructure and security projects.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Network or Security Engineer/Specialist in enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure (switching, routing, firewalls, VPNs).
• Experience securing Windows Server environments.
• Proficiency in network security principles, firewalls, and access control.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability remediation tools and processes.
• Strong knowledge of endpoint hardening and management via Microsoft Intune.
• Familiarity with cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS, or equivalent) is desirable.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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