Technical Network Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role involves troubleshooting, configuring advanced networking technologies, and maintaining secure and efficient IT infrastructure. Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a forward-thinking environment ensure a rewarding experience for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to latest networking technologies

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking protocols and configurations.
• Hands-on experience with VLANs, and routing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP.
• Knowledge of firewall and network security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues effectively.
• Configure and maintain Spanning-tree Protocol for network reliability.
• Set up and manage site-to-site VPN configurations for secure communication.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

VLANs

OSPF

EIGRP

Meraki

SonicWall

HP Aruba

Zyxel

Job description

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Are you a skilled Network Engineer looking for an exciting new opportunity? We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge networking technologies and contribute to the stability and security of our IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues with strong problem-solving skills.
• Provide support for VLANs, static routing, and dynamic routing protocols including OSPF and EIGRP.
• Configure and maintain Spanning-tree Protocol to ensure network reliability.
• Set up and manage site-to-site VPN configurations for secure communication.
• Implement and maintain Access Control List (ACL) rules to enhance network security.
• Administer and optimise DHCP and DNS services for efficient network operations.
• Work with SD-WAN solutions to improve network performance and security.
• Manage firewall solutions, with experience in Meraki and SonicWall being advantageous.
• Support switch infrastructure, with experience in Meraki, HP Aruba, and Zyxel being beneficial.

Key Requirements:

• Strong understanding of networking protocols and configurations.
• Hands-on experience with VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP), and Spanning-tree Protocol.
• Knowledge of firewall and network security best practices.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN solutions and site-to-site VPN setup.
• Experience with firewall vendors (Meraki/SonicWall preferred) and switch vendors (Meraki, HP Aruba, Zyxel advantageous).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £45,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A challenging and rewarding environment with exposure to the latest networking technologies.

If you have the expertise and enthusiasm to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of an innovative and thriving team in Birmingham.