Job Description
<span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Note: This position does not offer any visa sponsorship. We are looking for applicants who are already living in the United Kingdom.
<span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Our client is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join their team and help design, implement, and maintain reliable and scalable network systems that support our growing operations.
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As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructure that ensures the availability, performance, and security of our systems. You will work closely with IT teams to troubleshoot network issues, optimize performance, and support ongoing projects that involve network enhancements and expansions.
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Key Responsibilities:
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Design, deploy, and maintain local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and wireless networks to ensure optimal performance and security.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Configure and manage network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues related to latency, connectivity, and hardware failures.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Implement and maintain network security protocols, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and access controls.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Collaborate with IT and security teams to design and implement network infrastructure that supports business applications and services.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Perform regular network assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Create and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Assist with the planning and execution of network upgrades, expansions, and migrations.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Provide support for remote access solutions, including VPNs and remote desktop services.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Stay up-to-date with the latest network technologies, trends, and best practices.
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Qualifications:
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">5+ years of experience in network engineering or a related role.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Proficiency with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Hands-on experience with network hardware, including Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent routers, switches, and firewalls.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Experience with network security practices, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network access control.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Familiarity with wireless networking technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, LTE, 5G) and associated security practices.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible).
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Relevant certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or CompTIA Network+.
- <span style="font-size:10pt; font-family:"Verdana", sans-serif">Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark).
Requirements
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator, with a strong understanding of database architecture, management, and performance tuning. Proficiency with one or more DBMS, such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL. Experience with database backup, recovery, and security procedures. Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers. Familiarity with database design, normalization, and data modeling techniques. Experience with database monitoring and performance tuning tools. Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation tasks. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database). Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools related to database management. Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, Oracle DBA Certification). Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and big data technologies.