Senior Network Engineer Cisco LAN WAN VPN

Ignite Digital Search Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital search company is seeking a skilled Senior Network Engineer specializing in Cisco technologies. The role involves managing enterprise-wide voice and data networks, delivering secure LAN WAN and VPN solutions, and ensuring service continuity. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in network design, configuration, and troubleshooting, along with relevant certifications. This position offers competitive compensation, a supportive IT team, and hybrid work flexibility for a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Public sector pension with 23.7% employer contribution

Hybrid work flexibility

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience with Cisco technologies in a senior or lead role.
• Deep understanding of network design configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in managing LAN WAN and VPN environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of enterprise-wide voice and data networks.
• Configure, maintain, and support Cisco network infrastructure.
• Deliver secure and efficient VPN WAN LAN and wireless networking solutions.

Skills

Cisco technologies

Network design and configuration

LAN WAN and VPN management

Network security

Stakeholder communication

Project delivery

Education

CCNA, CCNP, CWNA, or ITIL certifications

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Switches

Cisco ASA 5500 and 5500-X Firewalls

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with proven experience in Cisco networking. This is a senior technical role responsible for delivering resilient and secure LAN WAN and VPN infrastructure across a large and complex environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead operational management of enterprise-wide voice and data networks
• Configure, maintain, and support Cisco network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and access points
• Deliver secure and efficient VPN WAN LAN and wireless networking solutions
• Support and maintain voice systems including VoIP platforms
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders on strategic digital transformation projects
• Ensure service continuity, system resilience, and cyber security best practices

Required skills and experience:

• Strong practical experience with Cisco technologies in a senior or lead role
• Deep understanding of network design configuration and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in managing LAN WAN and VPN environments
• Experience with network security including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, and mobile device management
• Excellent stakeholder communication and project delivery skills
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA CCNP CWNA or ITIL are desirable

Desirable technical knowledge:

• Cisco Catalyst Switches
• Cisco ASA 5500 and 5500-X Firewalls with FirePOWER services
• Familiarity with Catalyst supervisor modules, power supplies, and fan systems
• Experience across Catalyst 2K to 9K and 6500 to 6800 module ranges

Why apply?

• Join a supportive and forward-thinking IT team driving digital innovation
• Make a tangible impact on public sector IT infrastructure and service delivery
• Receive a competitive salary and public sector pension with significant 23.7% employer contribution
• Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance

If you are a Cisco specialist with a passion for delivering robust and secure network solutions and are looking to step into a senior leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

Ignite Digital Talent is committed to creating equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals eligible to work in the UK, regardless of colour, ethnic or national origin, race, gender, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, marital status, or family circumstances.