Network Engineer – SME Level Permanent | Cheshire (East) – Hybrid (2 days/week on-site) £55,000 – £64,500 (up to £70,000 DOE) We’re hiring experienced Network Engineers (SMEs) to join a leading financial services organisation, supporting major transformation programmes and network-led initiatives. This is a permanent role with hybrid working from their Cheshire-based office. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of enterprise-level network solutions in line with architectural standards. Produce and maintain high-quality documentation. Ensure compliance with network governance, change management, and audit/risk processes. Engage with stakeholders, providing clear delivery updates and next steps. Essential Experience 5 years in a Senior, Lead, or SME Network Engineer role. Proven project delivery experience in large-scale environments. Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Technical Skills: Expertise in at least one of the following is essential: Routing & Switching (Cisco, Juniper) Firewalls (Fortinet) Load Balancers (F5) Desirable Experience (not mandatory): Technologies: Bluecoat, Symantec Proxy, zScaler, Infoblox, Forescout, NetScaler Certifications: CCNP Enterprise, Fortinet NSE (Associate or Professional), F5 LTM/GTM Certified Technical Specialist Please note: This role does not offer sponsorship – candidates must have valid Right to Work in the UK. Interested? Please send your CV for review and we’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.