Senior Network Engineer – Secure Defence Communications (Onsite)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Darlington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to deliver secure communication platforms for the UK Armed Forces. This full-time role involves hands-on engineering and system support in complex environments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or equivalent experience and be skilled in network technologies such as SD-WAN and firewalls. Exceptional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are offered. This position requires a sole UK national capable of obtaining security clearance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Relocation package available

Qualifications

• Experience in senior network support engineer positions with a SD-WAN focus.
• Ability to provide Level 3/4 system support.
• Familiarity with patching and troubleshooting processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide Level 3/4 system support for operational readiness.
• Manage service lifecycle adhering to ITIL principles.
• Support integration of new services using virtualisation.

Skills

Networking: LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, firewalls

Windows & Intel Server administration

Virtualisation: VMware, Hyper-V, KVM

Education

HNC/HND or degree in engineering

Job description

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to deliver secure communication platforms for the UK Armed Forces. This full-time role involves hands-on engineering and system support in complex environments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or equivalent experience and be skilled in network technologies such as SD-WAN and firewalls. Exceptional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are offered. This position requires a sole UK national capable of obtaining security clearance.