Network Engineer
Network Engineer – 6-month contract – Remote
My High-profile Legal Customer is looking for a Network Engineer to focus on maintenance, support, and monitoring. They are seeking an experienced professional to backfill their team as they focus on long-term project work. This role is for a Network Engineer that thrives in a BAU environment and has a strong background in network operations.
As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, monitoring, and support of the network infrastructure. You’ll work with a range of technologies, ensuring the network remains secure, stable, and highly available. This role is critical in keeping the business running smoothly while the project teams drive forward strategic initiatives.
Network Engineer Key Responsibilities:
- Switching & Routing – Support and manage Cisco switching (Nexus 3k & 9k), Aruba, MPLS networks, and VPNs.
- Network Maintenance & Support – Ensure the smooth operation of LAN, WAN, and VPN networks.
- Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting – Utilize SolarWinds NPM & NTA, Cisco Prime, and other tools to proactively identify and resolve issues.
- Incident & Problem Management – Respond to network-related incidents, analyse root causes, and implement solutions.
- Firewall & Security Management – Work with Fortinet, Palo Alto (Panorama), and Cisco firewalls to maintain security posture.
- Change Management – Follow best practices to implement network changes safely and efficiently.
Network Engineer Skills & Experience:
- Hands-on experience with Cisco networking (routing & switching), firewalls, and WAN technologies.
- Experience with network monitoring tools like SolarWinds NPM/NTA and Cisco Prime.
- Knowledge of Fortinet, Aruba, HPE, Palo Alto (Panorama), and Cisco Nexus.
- Understanding of MPLS, VPNs, LAN/WAN, and security best practices.
- Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management is beneficial.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in a BAU environment.
- Law firm industry experience
- Any Project experience would be an advantage
- Any experience working with SD-Wan products would be useful
- Working for large global organisations.
- Potential Out of hour work on a rota basis
This Network Engineer role will be remote with potential ad hoc travel to various sites around the UK.
Please note: You are required to go through background checks in order to start this role. This could take up to 4 weeks – including reference, qualifications right to work and DBS
To discuss this exciting Network Engineer role in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Administrator. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website.
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