Senior Network Security Engineer

Harrods; Knightsbridge; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrods in Knightsbridge is seeking a Senior Network & Security Engineer to safeguard our IT infrastructure and ensure robust performance and security across the enterprise.

You will work closely with the IT Technical Design Authority, providing expert support across LAN, WAN, Wireless, Security, and SDA environments, and contribute to ongoing architecture, design, and security enhancements.

Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco Firepower FMC/IPS, Check Point Firewalling, Web filtering and DNS protection, and Cisco ISE.
• Strong understanding of wireless networking and Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA).
• Solid knowledge of VPN technologies (DMVPN, VPN).

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, proxies, and network segmentation.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and security assessments across network devices and infrastructure.
• Review, optimise, and fine-tune network security rulesets to minimise false positives and improve security posture.
• Design and deliver fit-for-purpose network solutions translating business requirements into robust, secure architectures.

Skills

Network security

VPN technologies

Wireless networking

Software-Defined Access (SDA)

Security architecture

Tools

Cisco Firepower

Check Point Firewalling

Cisco ISE

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network & Security Engineer to join our IT team here at Harrods, this role will see you play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity, performance, and security of Harrods’ IT infrastructure on behalf of the business and its stakeholders.

This role will include on call support which will be done on a rota basis

About the Role

The Senior Network & Security Engineer will work in close collaboration with the IT Technical Design Authority, you provide expert technical support across the organisation’s data network estate, including LAN, WAN, Wireless, Security, and Software-Defined Access (SDA) environments. You also contribute to the ongoing architecture, design, and enhancement and security of the network infrastructure

Job Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, proxies, and network segmentation, to ensure robust protection across the enterprise
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and security assessments across network devices and infrastructure, proactively identifying risks and planning/deploying upgrades to maintain agreed security and performance standards
• Review, optimise, and fine-tune network security rulesets to minimise false positives, enhance threat detection accuracy, and improve overall security posture
• Design and deliver fit-for-purpose network solutions, translating business requirements into robust, secure, and scalable technical architectures

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in working within security Layer of Cisco Firepower (FMC, IPS, Checkpoint Firewalling, Web filtering & DNS protection, Cisco Ise. Strong understanding of wireless networking and Cisco software defined access.

It is important for this role that you have strong communication skills with the ability to articulate themselves well and cautiously improve as well as good understanding of VPN technologies – DMVPN, VPN

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply.

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.