Senior Network Engineer

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC); East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific organization in the UK seeks a Senior Network Engineer to support and maintain high-end IT networks. The role focuses on firewall, routing, Wi-Fi, and security systems, contributing to innovative solutions and scientific advancements. Candidates must possess expertise in network management and the ability to lead cross-departmental collaborations. This full-time permanent position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and childcare options.

Benefits

30 days of holiday + 10.5 public/privilege days

Flexible working arrangements

Defined benefit pension scheme

On-site childcare facility

Employee discount site

Access to social and sporting activities

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in LAN and WAN management.
• Experience in firewall, routing, Wi-Fi, and security systems.
• Ability to deliver innovative solutions ensuring network stability.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain STFC's IT Network.
• Provide leadership and guidance in network services.
• Collaborate with teams to meet IT system needs.

Skills

Enterprise firewall management

Network Access Control systems

WiFi management systems

Experience in routers and routing management

Knowledge in running multi-site network environments

Layer 2 and Layer 3 network switches management

Experience in Extreme Cloud IQ

IP Address Management using Infoblox

Fibre and Cable management

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Job description

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer

Salary: £58,346 gross per annum (dependent on skills and experience)

Hours: Full-Time (We understand the importance of work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities with candidates)

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire

This role requires SC Clearance- Please see end of role profile to see eligibility criteria

Come and do the kind of engineering that made you want to be an Engineer. Stretch your technical skills while building human understanding. And, alongside world‑leading scientists and technologists, shape projects that improve lives and daily life, in the UK and far beyond.

Put simply come and discover the impact you can make when you’re equipped, encouraged and inspired to perform at your very best.

About Us

At the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), we are dedicated to supporting ground‑breaking projects across various scientific disciplines, delivering economic, societal, scientific, and international benefits to the UK and its people. As part of UK Research and Innovation, we pride ourselves on equipping, encouraging, and inspiring our employees to perform at their very best.

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• 30 days of holiday + 10.5 public/privilege days.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid home‑based options.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• On‑site childcare facility, tax‑free childcare, and childcare vouchers.
• Employee discount site.
• Access to a variety of social and sporting activities and societies.
• Subsidised on‑site restaurant.

About the Role

Are you ready for a thrilling career opportunity within a world‑leading science organisation? We are seeking a talented Senior Network Engineer to join our esteemed Digital Infrastructure team. If you have a passion for high‑end networks and want to make a significant impact in a diverse department at the heart of UK science, this is the role for you.

You will have the opportunity to support and maintain STFC's IT Network, with a specific focus on firewall, routing, WI‑FI, and security systems. As a Senior Network Engineer, you will leverage your extensive expertise in LAN and WAN, IP address management, firewalls, security access control systems to deliver innovative solutions and ensure network stability and security.

You will provide leadership, guidance, and expertise in supporting and maintaining crucial services within our network portfolio. This position may require travels to other STFC sites, as well as partner and supplier offices.

This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects and contribute to ground‑breaking scientific advancements.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Active participation for the support of STFC WAN, sites LAN, routing, WI‑FI, firewall and network security, IPAM, network access control, and cloud telephony.
• Collaborating with other teams to ensure IT systems and services meet evolving needs.
• Project involvement and overseeing new service transitions.

Person Specification:

(Please note the criteria below will be assessed at Shortlisting or Interview stage as indicated)

• Enterprise firewall management. (S&I)
• Network Access Control systems. (S&I)
• WiFi management systems. (S&I)
• Experience in routers and routing management. (S&I)
• Knowledge and experience in running multi‑site network environments. (S&I)
• Experience managing and configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 network switches with associated network services such as DNS and DHCP. (S&I)
• Experience in Extreme Cloud IQ WI‑FI management system or equivalent and excellent knowledge of Network Access Control system (preferably ClearPass). (I)
• IP Address Management experience using Infoblox solutions or equivalent. (I)
• Experience in Fibre and Cable management. (I)
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities. (I)

SC Clearance

The post you are applying for attracts a National Security Vetting clearance, there are further eligibility requirements, for further details at: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting

To meet national security vetting requirements, you will normally need to have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years for CTC, 5 years for SC and 10 years for DV prior to the date of application. All DV posts are required to be UK Nationals.

What could you achieve with our world leading facilities and experts of one of Europe’s largest research organisations by your side?

Join us and discover what’s possible!