Senior Network Engineer Cisco LAN WAN VPN
Hybrid South Wales
Location:South Wales
Type:Permanent
Working Pattern:Hybrid (one day per week or fortnight onsite)
Salary:£47000 to £53600 plus 23.7 percent pension and excellent benefits
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with proven experience in Cisco networking technologies to join a progressive and collaborative IT team. This is a senior technical role responsible for delivering resilient and secure LAN WAN and VPN infrastructure across a large and complex environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead operational management of enterprise-wide voice and data networks
* Configure, maintain, and support Cisco network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and access points
* Deliver secure and efficient VPN WAN LAN and wireless networking solutions
* Support and maintain voice systems including VoIP platforms
* Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders on strategic digital transformation projects
* Ensure service continuity, system resilience, and cyber security best practices
Required Skills and Experience
* Strong practical experience with Cisco technologies in a senior or lead role
* Deep understanding of network design configuration and troubleshooting
* Proficiency in managing LAN WAN and VPN environments
* Experience with network security including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, and mobile device management
* Excellent stakeholder communication and project delivery skills
* Relevant certifications such as CCNA CCNP CWNA or ITIL are desirable
Desirable Technical Knowledge
* Cisco Catalyst Switches
* Cisco ASA 5500 and 5500-X Firewalls with FirePOWER services
* Familiarity with Catalyst supervisor modules, power supplies, and fan systems
* Experience across Catalyst 2K to 9K and 6500 to 6800 module ranges
Why Apply
* Join a supportive and forward-thinking IT team driving digital innovation
* Make a tangible impact onpublic sector IT infrastructure and service delivery
* Receive a competitive salary andpublic sector pensionwith significant 23.7% employer contribution
* Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance
If you are a Cisco specialist with a passion for delivering robust and secure network solutions and are looking to step into a senior leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
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