SD-WAN Engineer

Talan; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology consultancy is looking for an experienced SD-WAN Network Engineer to join their team in London. This role involves working in partnership with a leading global investment bank to deploy a Fortinet-based SD-WAN solution across over 30 sites worldwide. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in WAN technologies and demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a global team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering Fortinet SD-WAN solutions in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and IP addressing schemes.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the deployment of a Fortinet-based SD-WAN solution across global sites.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams, local IT support, and third-party providers.
• Integrate a new SD-WAN platform to deliver a secure and high-performing network.

Skills

Fortinet SD-WAN solutions

WAN technologies (MPLS, leased lines)

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Network documentation

Stakeholder communication

Tools

FortiManager

SolarWinds

PRTG

Job description

Company Description

For more than 20years, Talan has been advising companies and administrations, supporting them and implementing their transformation projects in the UK and abroad. With a presence on four continents and a headcount of 5000 consultants, our ambition is to reach the billion turnover by the end of 2025.

In the UK, Talan count 500 employees on several site, the main being: London, Edinburgh and Chester, Leeds.

Job Description

Talan Consulting is working in partnership with a leading global investment bank to recruit an experienced SD-WAN Network Engineer for a major WAN transformation programme. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the deployment of a Fortinet-based SD-WAN solution across over 30 global sites.

As part of the infrastructure team, you will be instrumental in the rollout and integration of a new SD-WAN platform. The role involves close collaboration with global engineering teams, local IT support, and third-party providers to deliver a secure, high-performing, and future-ready network.

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Qualifications

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience delivering Fortinet SD-WAN solutions in enterprise environments.

• Deep understanding of traditional WAN technologies (e.g., MPLS, leased lines) and their integration with SD-WAN.

• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), IP addressing schemes, and network segmentation practices.

• Experience operating within enterprise-scale, security-conscious environments with rigorous change control processes.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and in globally distributed teams.

• Excellent documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Prior exposure to legacy WAN optimisation tools such as Ipanema.

• Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare).

• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., FortiManager, SolarWinds, PRTG).

• Industry certifications such as NSE4+, CCNP, JNCIS.

• ITIL knowledge and experience working within ITIL-aligned environments.

Additional Information

Location: London, UK
Contract Length: 12 months
Day Rate: Up to £550/day (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP