Senior Networks Engineer Infrastructure Operations - FCDO - SEO
Apply for the Senior Networks Engineer Infrastructure Operations - FCDO - SEO role at Manchester Digital.
Location
Hanslope, South East England, MK19 7BH
About The Job
You will design, configure and implement solutions that meet business requirements while working effectively under pressure to deadlines and rapidly changing priorities. You will collaborate closely with project managers, developers, incident and problem managers, as well as external suppliers, translating technical terminology and building trusted relationships.
Job Description
This senior network engineer will have a solid working knowledge of the following technologies:
* Cisco ASA
* Palo Alto Firewalls
* Big IP (F5)
* Network Protocols
* Cisco Switching, Routing, Security and wireless technologies
* Virtual environments and virtual network solutions (e.g. VMWare, Azure)
* Network monitoring (PRTG)
* Azure and AWS experience
Key responsibilities include overseeing IT operations, leading and coaching a team of engineers, prioritising day‑to‑day tasks, resolving incidents quickly, and driving process enhancements. You will produce high and low‑level documentation, recommend improvements, mentor junior colleagues, and maintain your own professional growth.
Person Specification
* Experience in support and design in highly secure environments.
* Cisco Switching, Routing, Security and wireless technologies.
* Network protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, ICMP, OSPF, IPSEC.
* Cisco ASA Firewall administration and design.
* Cisco Firepower (NGFW).
* Palo Alto Firewall administration.
* Knowledge of virtual environments and virtual network solutions (e.g. VMWare).
* Experience in Cisco ISE and PRIME.
* Big IP F5 administration and configuration – LTM, ASM.
* Network monitoring with PRTG.
* Cisco ACI.
* Azure and AWS experience.
Benefits
Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, Civil Service Pension, on‑site gym, nursery, café and restaurant, interest‑free loans for season tickets and bikes. Access to training and development opportunities to help grow your career.
Security Clearance
All employees must be security cleared to the highest level. You will undergo a comprehensive vetting process before joining. Roles may require SC or DV vetting. For more information, visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply.
Inclusion
The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with diverse skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, ensuring you are welcomed and valued. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Carer Confident workplace.
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