Network Systems Engineer

Amentum; Aston-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider in the UK is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to design and manage resilient network infrastructure solutions. The role involves remote and on-site support, monitoring performance, and ensuring optimal reliability. Ideal candidates will have experience in network administration and relevant certifications. The company promotes a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements and offers a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Reimbursement for professional development

Qualifications

• Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator.
• Proven knowledge of communication protocols (TCP/IP) and routing protocols (BGP).
• Experience with network diagnostic and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN).
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues.
• Create and oversee security measures for the network.

Skills

Network administration

Troubleshooting skills

Mentoring skills

Coding languages for scripting (Python, Perl)

Education

Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP)

Tools

SolarWinds network tools

Cisco NX-OS

Palo Alto firewalls

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Network Engineer to join our team with expertise in virtualisation, storage, backups & VDI. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage resilient network infrastructure solutions that ensure optimal reliability, scalability, and performance. Reporting to Tech Operations Manager, you will be working as a part of a small team providing remote and on-site network infrastructure support for the business in the UK and International.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)
• Configure and install software and network devices
• Monitor network performance and integrity
• Resolve issues escalated by support teams by troubleshooting cloud and local infrastructure
• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
• Mentor team members on technical issues
• Create, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery)
• Communicate with users when needed
• Maintain complete technical documentation
• Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability

Qualifications

• Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator
• Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP) or proven knowledge on this lever
• Solid background in network administration and architecture
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP)
• Familiarity with access control models and network security
• Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python, Perl) is an advantage
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds network tools)
• Solid understanding of network operating systems (Cisco NX-OS, IOS-XE)
• Proven experience with Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, PAN-OS, LSVPN)
• Sharp troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Organizational and mentoring skills

Benefits

We\'ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you\'d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We\'re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.