Network Support Engineer
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Network Engineer to support, maintain, and improve enterprise network infrastructure. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with solid experience in network operations, troubleshooting, and security, capable of supporting business-critical connectivity.
You will work closely with IT, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure network availability, performance, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, WLAN)
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues
- Support routing, switching, and firewall configurations
- Manage and maintain network security and access controls
- Support VPNs, remote access, and site-to-site connectivity
- Perform network upgrades, patching, and maintenance
- Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and asset records
- Provide escalation support for network-related incidents
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Network Engineer or Network Support role
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Routing & switching (TCP/IP, VLANs, STP)
- LAN / WAN technologies
- Wireless networking
- Experience troubleshooting:
- Network outages
- Performance and latency issues
- Connectivity and access problems
- Familiarity with:
- Firewalls and network security concepts
- VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred / Advantageous Skills
- Experience with enterprise networking vendors (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, etc.)
- Exposure to cloud networking (Azure / AWS – advantage)
- Understanding of network monitoring tools
- Experience working in enterprise or MSP environments
Education & Certifications
- Degree or diploma in IT, Networking, or a related field (preferred)
- Relevant certifications (advantage):
- CCNA / CCNP
- CompTIA Network+
- Vendor-specific networking certifications
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with modern network technologies
- Exposure to enterprise and cloud networking environments
- Clear career progression to Senior Network Engineer roles
- Competitive salary and benefits
- In-house training and continuous professional development opportunities
Right to Work
Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.