11277JS
£450 – 550 per day
Network & Security Specialist
Inside IR35 – Hybrid
We’re looking for a skilled Network & Security Specialist to join a leading organisation in Birmingham on a contract basis. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and securing the company’s hybrid infrastructure, spanning both on-premise and cloud environments.
This role is ideal for a hands-on technical professional with a strong background in network and system security, vulnerability remediation, and endpoint protection using Microsoft Intune.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and secure network infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments.
* Strengthen Windows Server and network security configurations.
* Lead efforts in vulnerability management and remediation, working closely with IT and security teams.
* Implement and maintain endpoint hardening policies through Microsoft Intune.
* Monitor and respond to network security events and incidents.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of security posture, compliance, and best practices.
* Collaborate with internal teams to support ongoing infrastructure and security projects.
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Network or Security Engineer/Specialist in enterprise environments.
* Strong understanding of network infrastructure (switching, routing, firewalls, VPNs).
* Experience securing Windows Server environments.
* Proficiency in network security principles, firewalls, and access control.
* Hands-on experience with vulnerability remediation tools and processes.
* Strong knowledge of endpoint hardening and management via Microsoft Intune.
* Familiarity with cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS, or equivalent) is desirable.
* Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.
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