Senior Network Security Engineer

Adecco; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A public service organization is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to enhance and maintain the network infrastructure. Based in Kidlington or Southampton, the role includes monitoring network performance, resolving operational issues, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a relevant IT Networking qualification, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Recognised IT Networking qualification or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of network infrastructure, including voice communications.
• Proficiency in networking protocols and standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full UK driving licence due to travel requirements.
• Able to pass vetting criteria.

Responsibilities

• Utilise network management tools to monitor traffic loads.
• Create reports and proposals for network improvements.
• Identify and resolve operational problems.
• Coach and mentor junior network engineers.

Skills

IT Networking qualification

Understanding of network infrastructure

Proficiency in networking protocols

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer
Location: Kidlington or Southampton
Contract Type: Temporary
Daily Rate: 450 - outside IR35
Contract Length: 16 months

Join Our Team!
Are you an experienced Network Security Engineer ready to make an impact in the public services sector? We are looking for talented individuals to join our client Thames Valley Police at either their offices in Kidlington or the Hampshire Police Offices in Southampton.

What You'll Do:
As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our wide area and local area communications network infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure the security and efficiency of our network operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilise network management tools to monitor network and voice traffic loads and performance metrics, ensuring service levels are met.
• Create insightful reports and proposals for network improvements to support business needs.
• Identify and resolve operational problems and implement necessary network changes and maintenance routines.
• Coach and mentor junior network engineers, fostering a culture of best practises within the technical team.

What We're Looking For:
To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• A recognised IT Networking qualification or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of network infrastructure, including voice communications.
• Proficiency in networking protocols and standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• A full UK driving licence is essential due to the need for travel across various locations.
• You must be able to pass vetting forwhich the criteria is that you have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of vetting!

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