Senior Network Engineer

IntaPeople Limited; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable IT recruitment company in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead network projects and optimize infrastructure. The ideal candidate has Cisco CCNP certification, strong background in networking and cloud services, and proven experience with tools like Palo Alto and ZScaler. This hybrid role offers a salary of £51-56k and a chance to work with the latest technologies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• CCNP (or equivalent) certification is required.
• Strong background in enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience in 3rd line support in large-scale IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain network infrastructure across platforms.
• Lead and deliver network projects end-to-end.
• Develop automation scripts to improve efficiency.

Skills

Cisco CCNP

Enterprise networking

Cloud infrastructure

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

ZScaler

Ansible

SolarWinds

Job description

Senior Network Engineer
Location: Cardiff 2-3 days p/week onsite (hybrid role)
Salary: £51-56k + annual cost-of-living increase + standby allowance
Contract: Permanent

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Technical Analyst to join a growing IT team, managing and developing a wide range of network technologies across multiple vendors – including Cisco, Palo Alto, ZScaler, Vodafone, and Microsoft.

You’ll work on a mix of project delivery and day-to-day support, playing a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performing network solutions. It’s a hands‑on role, but with the added responsibility of leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and helping shape the future of the network infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting, maintaining, and optimising network infrastructure across multiple platforms

• Leading and delivering network projects end-to-end

• Developing automation scripts to improve efficiency and consistency

• Monitoring and resolving network incidents to ensure minimal disruption

• Working closely with architects and security teams to strengthen the network

• Managing vendor relationships and collaborating with internal stakeholders

• Maintaining up-to-date documentation and following ITIL-based processes

• Participating in a 24/7 support rota

Tech Stack You’ll Work With

• LAN / WAN / SD-WAN

• Wireless networks

• Cisco routing, switching and security solutions

• Palo Alto firewalls

• ZScaler Cloud Services

• Microsoft Azure

• AAA technologies

• Network monitoring (SNMP, SolarWinds)

• Automation (Ansible / DevOps tools)

What You’ll Bring

• Cisco CCNP (or equivalent) certification

• Strong background in enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure

• 3rd line support experience within a large‑scale IT environment

• Excellent problem‑solving and relationship management skills

• Proven experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, SD-WAN, ZScaler, and automation tools

• A solid understanding of ITIL practices

• Calm under pressure and confident managing critical incidents or tight project deadlines

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading by example, and working with the latest network technologies in a fast‑moving environment.

If you’re looking to take that next step in your networking career, please apply now.for more details, thanks!