Cisco Meraki Network Engineer

Job Description

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Contract: Network Engineer - Cisco Meraki/Wi-Fi
Location: On site role in Cardiff 
Duration: 6 months
Rate: Negotiable depending on experience. (Inside IR35 via an umbrella solution)
Reference: 20707
\n We are looking for 2 Network Engineers (one junior & one senior) to support a major corporate client on a project on site in Cardiff, Wales.
Key requirements:

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• 5+ years' network engineering experience for senior/2+ years experience for junior role

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• Strong Cisco Meraki experience

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• Enterprise/high-density Wi-Fi

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• Wireless surveys, deployment and optimisation

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• Switching, routing, VLANs, TCP/IP, DHCP & DNS

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• Network troubleshooting and incident management

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• Experience supporting large client environments. Any entertainment experience is beneficial.

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• Comfortable providing onsite support during live events

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• CCNA/CCNP or Meraki certification desirable

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The Role
\n You'll provide hands-on network support covering Meraki switching, Wi-Fi, connectivity, troubleshooting and event readiness.
\n The environment is fast-paced and business-critical, supporting services such as ticketing, POS, guest Wi-Fi, broadcast and event network technology.
Network Operations and Support

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• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for Cisco Meraki switching, wireless, and security environments.

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• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve wired and wireless network issues across multiple venues.

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• Support incident management and escalation processes during live events and critical operations.

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• Perform routine maintenance, firmware upgrades, and network health assessments.

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• Document network configurations, operational procedures, and support activities.

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Wireless Design and Implementation

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• Assist with WiFi network design, deployment, and optimisation for high density venue environments.

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• Conduct wireless surveys, coverage validation, and performance testing.

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• Support configuration of Meraki Access Points, controllers, VLANs, SSIDs, and security policies.

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• Identify and remediate RF interference and connectivity bottlenecks.

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• Collaborate with architects and senior engineers on wireless expansion projects.

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