Senior Network Engineer / Architect

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements

• Strong experience in network design and architecture, including LAN/WAN and data centre environments
• Expertise in VPN technologies, IPSec/SSL, and secure network design
• Proven experience with cloud networking environments such as AWS and Azure
• Hands-on experience with security technologies including firewalls, DDoS protection, WAF, proxy, and NAC
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, STP, and multicast
• Experience with network hardware including Fortinet firewalls, Juniper routers and switches, and Cisco networking technologies
• Solid troubleshooting skills across complex IP networks
• Understanding of overlay and underlay network design
• Experience with network monitoring and performance tuning tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable
• 8-15 years experience in network engineering or data centre environments

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust LAN/WAN and enterprise network infrastructures
• Recommend and deploy network hardware including routers, switches, firewalls, and access points
• Develop and implement network monitoring and performance optimisation solutions
• Align network architecture with our business and IT strategy
• Design and integrate VoIP and telecommunications systems
• Lead network upgrades, enhancements, and continuous improvements
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Evaluate emerging technologies to improve performance, security, and scalability

Technologies

• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Cisco
• Hardware
• Support
• LAN
• Network
• Security
• VPN
• WAF
• Architect

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We are partnering with a leading technology organisation that supports enterprises in accelerating digital transformation through innovative IT services, data engineering, and advanced technology solutions. This is a senior contract opportunity based on-site in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, working five days per week. The initial contract is for 10 weeks with a high potential for extension, at a competitive day rate and outside IR35. Interviews are conducted remotely, with a minimum of three stages, and we are looking for someone available to start within two weeks of the final interview. We offer the opportunity to join a forward-thinking and high-performing technical team where you can make a real impact on network architecture, security, and enterprise performance.

last updated 26 week of 2026