Senior Network Engineer
Location: Cardiff 2-3 days p/week onsite (hybrid role)
Salary: £51-56k + annual cost‑of‑living increase + standby allowance
Contract: Permanent
The Role
We re looking for an experienced Senior Technical Analyst to join a growing IT team, managing and developing a wide range of network technologies across multiple vendors including Cisco, Palo Alto, ZScaler, Vodafone, and Microsoft.
You ll work on a mix of project delivery and day‑to‑day support, playing a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high‑performing network solutions. It s a hands‑on role, but with the added responsibility of leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and helping shape the future of the network infrastructure.
What You ll Be Doing
* Supporting, maintaining, and optimising network infrastructure across multiple platforms
* Leading and delivering network projects end‑to‑end
* Developing automation scripts to improve efficiency and consistency
* Monitoring and resolving network incidents to ensure minimal disruption
* Working closely with architects and security teams to strengthen the network
* Managing vendor relationships and collaborating with internal stakeholders
* Maintaining up‑to‑date documentation and following ITIL‑based processes
* Participating in a 24/7 support rota
Tech Stack You ll Work With
* LAN / WAN / SD‑WAN
* Wireless networks
* Cisco routing, switching and security solutions
* Palo Alto firewalls
* ZScaler Cloud Services
* Microsoft Azure
* AAA technologies
* Network monitoring (SNMP, SolarWinds)
* Automation (Ansible / DevOps tools)
What You ll Bring
* Cisco CCNP (or equivalent) certification
* Strong background in enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure
* 3rd line support experience within a large‑scale IT environment
* Excellent problem‑solving and relationship management skills
* Proven experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, SD‑WAN, ZScaler, and automation tools
* A solid understanding of ITIL practices
* Calm under pressure and confident managing critical incidents or tight project deadlines
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading by example, and working with the latest network technologies in a fast‑moving environment.
If you re looking to take that next step in your networking career, please apply now. For more details, thanks!
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