Network Engineer

Job Description

Network Engineer Aberdeen, HybridWe're proud to be working alongside a leading international oil and gas company in their search for a talented Network Engineer to join their Aberdeen-based IT team.If you're the sort of engineer who wants real influence over how a network is built and run, not just a ticket queue, this one's worth a look. The role puts you at the heart of the company's network infrastructure, with the added breadth of supporting the server estate as a secondary System Administrator when the need arises.What is in it for you: Salary up to £55,000Hybrid working with 3 daysper week in the Aberdeen office.Private healthcare and life insuranceCompany pension schemeOn-site parking and gym facilitiesCareer developmentThe opportunity to work in attractive offices with a dynamic and passionate working environmentYour day-to-day: Planning and delivering robust, secure network solutions spanning LAN, WAN, wireless and VPNOwning the configuration and upkeep of firewalls, switches, routers and access points across the estateKeeping a close eye on uptime, bandwidth and latency through monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds or PRTG, and resolving bottlenecks before users notice themServing as the senior escalation point for network incidents, including those affecting remote locationsHardening the environment through VLAN design, firewall rule management, intrusion detection and a rigorous patching regimeProducing and maintaining clear network diagrams, IP records and configuration documentationSupporting the wider infrastructure when required, think Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, virtualisation with VMware or Hyper-V, and backup and recovery routinesContributing networking expertise to projects, upgrades and migrations, and delivering third-line support to the businessThe person we're after: A seasoned network professional with a strong track record across enterprise environmentsDeep practical knowledge of routing, switching, firewall and wireless technologiesComfortable with monitoring tooling and well-versed in network security fundamentalsEnough systems administration grounding to hold the fort on servers, virtualisation and backups when called uponNaturally proactive,someone who spots what could work better and says soA sharp troubleshooter with tidy documentation habits and a collaborative styleStrong communication and interpersonal skillsIn return, you'll join a global business with a genuine commitment to its technology function, and the scope to put your own stamp on its network infrastructure.Sound like you? Please apply with your latest CV for considerationBright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.TPBN1_UKTJ