Network & Security Engineer
Professional Services
Directorate of Infrastructure
Salary: £40,497 to £45,413 per annum Includes a market supplement Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Wednesday 08 April 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: TCP12
This job is only available to University of Bradford staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally.
University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last five years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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Directorate
The IT Services team is committed to providing the best possible experience for staff and students. We support a mix of diverse systems and solutions which the University depends on. By joining the team, you can make a real difference.
What you will be doing:
You will be working within the Network and Security team to support the network and security systems within the university. You’ll work very closely with your colleagues in the Infrastructure Team along with other teams in the IT department.
You’ll be maintaining and monitoring our existing systems and you’ll be involved in projects to enhance and upgrade our capability. We’re looking for someone who is prepared to challenge the status quo; ask why; and help drive improvements and efficiencies.
Qualifications/ experience:
1. Experience working in an environment where large scale LAN and Wi-Fi technologies are in place
2. Experience working with Aruba CX switching platform and Aruba AOS8 or AOS 10 Wi-Fi platforms
3. Experience with large campus “Next Generation” firewalls
4. Experience of network authentication/802.1x and NAC solutions
5. Relevant qualifications in networking and security (e.g. CCNP/CiSSP/ACSP)
6. Experience of EDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender or Crowdstrike Falcon
Do not meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything in the job description or advert, we encourage you to arrange an informal conversation with the hiring manager. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
In Return we Offer:
7. 30 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
8. Family-friendly policies
9. Great campus facilities including:
10. Unique fitness centre
11. Eye clinic
12. Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
13. Counselling & mental health services
14. On site nursery
15. Food & drink outlets
16. Generous employer contribution pension schemes
17. Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
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