Senior Networking Technologies Specialist (Wired/Wireless)

Transformation Unit; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car/vehicle for business use

Flexible working options

Job summary

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking an ICT Technical Specialist (Networking Technologies) at Band 7. The role leads networking strategy across the trust, covering wired, wireless, mobile, voice and data services, with a focus on secure, future-proof solutions.

The post requires translating complex requirements into reliable networks and shaping an IT Assurance framework in line with NHS standards. A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business are required.

Qualifications

• Lead, senior SME for networking across the trust
• Translate complex networking requirements into reliable, secure solutions
• Shape IT Assurance framework in line with NHS standards

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead, 'go-to' SME for networking technologies across the whole trust.
• Draft technical specifications and evaluation criteria for procurement tenders.
• Take lifecycle management responsibility for all networking assets and services outside the datacentre.
• Research, design, and implement architectures and topologies.
• Contribute to IT Assurance aligned with NHS governance, ITIL, PRINCE2, and TOGAF standards.

Skills

Technical leadership

Networking technologies

IT governance standards

Job description

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking an ICT Technical Specialist (Networking Technologies) at Band 7. The role leads networking strategy across the trust, covering wired, wireless, mobile, voice and data services, with a focus on secure, future-proof solutions.

The post requires translating complex requirements into reliable networks and shaping an IT Assurance framework in line with NHS standards. A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business are required.