Technical Operations Network Engineer

Reed; Newport; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in Newport is seeking a Network Specialist to review technical designs for security policy compliance and collaborate with the Cyber Security team to remediate vulnerabilities. You will help ensure high service standards and minimal disruption across the network infrastructure.

As part of the role, you will define network changes, roadmaps, and delivery timelines with stakeholders and external providers while maintaining comprehensive documentation of configurations and topologies.

Qualifications

• CCNA certification required.
• AZ-700 certification desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco routing and switching.
• Experience with Cisco ACI and Fortinet ecosystem (FMG).
• Desirable experience with NAC environments.

Responsibilities

• Review technical designs for compliance with security policies and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security to remediate vulnerabilities based on threat intelligence and business needs.
• Act as escalation point for network incidents to minimize downtime and impact on IT services.
• Define network changes, roadmaps, performance expectations and delivery timelines with stakeholders and service providers.
• Maintain documentation of network configurations and topologies (e.g., LeanIX).
• Utilise network automation and scripting to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.

Skills

CCNA

AZ-700

Cisco routing

Cisco switching

Cisco ACI

Fortinet

Fortinet FMG

NAC

Job description

Network Specialist

• Annual Salary: £62,00 - £71,500
• Location: Newport
• Job Type: Full-time

This role involves reviewing technical designs to ensure they adhere to our security policies and industry standards. You will collaborate with the Cyber Security team to deliver effective vulnerability remediation and act as an escalation point for network-related incidents. This position requires a strong technical background in network management and security, with a focus on maintaining high service standards and minimal disruption.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Review and provide guidance on technical designs to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.
• Collaborate with the Cyber Security team to assess risks and deliver vulnerability remediation based on threat intelligence and business requirements.
• Serve as an escalation point for network-related incidents, guiding Service Delivery Managers and partners to minimize downtime and impact on IT services.
• Define network changes, project roadmaps, performance expectations, and delivery timelines with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, topologies, and designs using tools like LeanIX.
• Utilize network automation tools and scripting to enhance efficiency and reduce manual configuration tasks.
• Act as the primary contact for network issues identified by service providers, responding effectively under pressure to ensure continuous service.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent certification required.
• Microsoft Azure Networking certification (AZ-700) is highly desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of Cisco routing and switching.
• Essential experience with Cisco ACI and FMG.
• Desirable experience within an environment that utilises NAC.
• Essential experience with the Fortinet ecosystem.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours occasionally to support changes and major incidents.