Senior Network Engineer: Hybrid, SD-WAN & Security Lead

bpha; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Generous pension

Private healthcare

Learning & development

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Great place to work

Job summary

bpha is seeking a Senior Network All-Rounder to design, implement, and secure a robust network infrastructure. The role requires hands-on expertise across Cisco, MikroTik, FortiGate, Meraki, and SD-WAN, with a track record of leading projects from design to deployment.

You will work in a hybrid Bedford-based setting, collaborating with colleagues to simplify complex networks and improve security. A degree and advanced certifications are preferred; driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certifications preferred.
• At least 3 years' hands-on senior network experience.
• Strong experience with Cisco, MikroTik, FortiGate, Meraki, SD-WAN and VPNs.
• Ability to design and troubleshoot complex routing/switching environments.
• Proven ability to lead network projects end-to-end.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to attend on-site as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead network projects from design through to implementation.
• Own technical issues and drive resolutions independently.
• Explain technical concepts clearly to stakeholders and colleagues.

Skills

Network design

Routing & Switching

Stakeholder communication

Project leadership

Independent problem solving

Network security concepts

Education

Relevant degree

CCNP/CCIE or equivalent

Tools

Cisco

MikroTik

FortiGate

Meraki

SD-WAN

VPNs

Job description

bpha is seeking a Senior Network All-Rounder to design, implement, and secure a robust network infrastructure. The role requires hands-on expertise across Cisco, MikroTik, FortiGate, Meraki, and SD-WAN, with a track record of leading projects from design to deployment.

You will work in a hybrid Bedford-based setting, collaborating with colleagues to simplify complex networks and improve security. A degree and advanced certifications are preferred; driving licence required.