Senior Network Engineer, Cisco, SD WAN, Firewalls

VIQU Ltd; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead major network upgrades and support a complex Cisco environment for a large public sector organization in Warwickshire. This hybrid role requires extensive experience with Cisco technologies and a proven track record in managing complex network systems. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in WAN, SD WAN, and firewalls, ensuring high availability and security of the network. Competitive salary ranges from £50,000 to £61,000 annually.

Benefits

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior network engineer in large complex environments.
• Clear track record of stable roles with senior technical accountability.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Lead LAN, WAN and SD WAN upgrades and migrations across multi-site environments.
• Configure and support Cisco core networks including LAN Core and ISE plus Switches and Firewalls.
• Ensure high availability and security of network systems in line with best practice.
• Act as a senior technical point of contact for critical network issues and projects.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Cisco technologies

Hands-on experience with WAN, SD WAN, Firewalls

Strong network design and implementation skills

Education

Cisco certification such as CCNP preferred

Job description

Senior Network Engineer, Cisco, SD WAN, Firewalls

Must be eligible for SC Clearance

£50,000 - £61,000

Hybrid in Warwickshire

VIQU are searching for a Senior Network Engineer to lead major network upgrades and support a complex Cisco environment for a large public sector organisation. This is a permanent, hands‑on role. Perfect for a true network specialist with deep Cisco and SD WAN expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain enterprise network infrastructure
• Lead LAN, WAN and SD WAN upgrades and migrations across multi‑site environments
• Configure and support Cisco core networks including LAN Core and ISE plus Switches and Firewalls
• Ensure high availability and security of network systems in line with best practice
• Act as a senior technical point of contact for critical network issues and projects

Key requirements

• Proven experience as a senior network engineer in large complex environments
• Expert knowledge of Cisco technologies including LAN Core and ISE
• Strong hands‑on experience with WAN SD WAN Firewalls and Switches
• Experience delivering network upgrades and migrations end to endClear track record of stable roles with senior technical accountability
• Cisco certification such as CCNP preferred

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Aaron Chiverton via the VIQU IT website or at (see below)

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