Senior Network Engineer

Blue Pelican; London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to oversee IT network operations and infrastructure security in a critical role. You will manage LAN, WAN, and VMware environments, ensuring compliance and high performance. This position offers the chance to contribute significantly to patient care services across London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing large-scale IT network infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of core switching, BGP routing, VoIP, and QoS.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Trust’s Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, WiFi, and VMware environments.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network-related incidents.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Postgraduate IT qualifications

Tools

Cisco CCNA

HPE Networking

Firewall Certifications

Job description

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer
Salary: £54,320 – £60,981 per annum
Location: London
Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Recruiting on behalf of: London NHS Trust

Overview:

Blue Pelican is working in partnership with a respected NHS Trust in London to recruit a Senior Network Engineer. This is a critical role for an experienced network professional to lead the Trust’s day-to-day IT network operations, infrastructure security, and project delivery.

You will manage LAN, WAN, WiFi, VMware environments, firewalls, and server infrastructure, ensuring high performance, resilience, and compliance across a large and complex healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Trust’s Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, WiFi, and VMware environments
• Configure, monitor and maintain servers, network switches, firewalls, and desktop equipment
• Provide technical expertise in network design, performance tuning, and capacity planning
• Implement changes in collaboration with the Network Security Manager
• Support and lead IT infrastructure projects across the Trust
• Maintain and manage multiple firewall systems (Fortigate, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Sophos)
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity protocols and Trust IT security policies
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network-related incidents
• Produce technical documentation and SLA reporting
• Support and mentor desktop engineers and wider IT support teams

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications & Certifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Networking or related subject
• Postgraduate IT qualifications
• Cisco CCNA / HPE Networking certifications
• Firewall Certifications in Fortigate, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, or Sophos

Desirable Certifications:

• Cisco CyberOps Associate
• CCNP
• Azure Network Engineer Associate
• PRINCE2
• Cloud Certifications (AWS/Azure)

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale IT network infrastructure
• Strong hands-on knowledge of core switching, BGP routing, VoIP, and QoS
• Experience with VMware, backup systems, and cyber security tools
• Comfortable leading technical projects and working with cross-functional teams
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time management skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• Previous NHS experience
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix, Windows Server, Active Directory
• Experience with patch management and network monitoring systems
• Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure, AWS)

Why Join?

This is a high-impact role within a supportive, diverse NHS Trust that invests in its people. You’ll be joining a team where your expertise will directly contribute to maintaining vital services that support patient care across London.

Interested?
Apply today to explore this opportunity further with Blue Pelican Consulting.