Our client, a specialist in secure communications and satellite network solutions, is looking for a Network Engineer to join their growing team in Redhill. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and proactive engineer to work across both internal and external network infrastructure, supporting critical services including defence, maritime, and government systems. This role offers the chance to be part of a high-performing engineering function, responsible for the design, build, and through-life support of complex network environments. Responsibilities: Design, build, test and maintain secure internal and customer networks Act as the final escalation point for complex network issues Provide technical guidance to internal teams across engineering and IT Maintain high levels of network integrity, resilience and documentation Configure and troubleshoot technologies including Fortinet, Cisco, IPSEC, VPN, VOIP QoS Participate in out-of-hours support rota and contribute to planned maintenance Collaborate closely with IT, MOD engineering, and maritime systems teams Provide training and documentation to support knowledge sharing and internal upskilling Ensure compliance with best practice security standards across all networks What we're ideally looking for: A minimum of 5 years' hands-on network design and support experience Strong knowledge of: Fortinet FortiGate (FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Cisco Routers and Switches (29xx, 83xx, 4xxx, IOS-XE) IPSEC, VPN, BGP, OSPF, IP SLA, VOIP QoS Certification such as FCSS/FCP and/or CCNA/CCNP or equivalent Confident communicator with excellent customer support skills A can-do attitude, proactive approach and high attention to detail Ability to achieve or already hold DV Security Clearance Good working knowledge of Linux, and desirable skills in MPLS, 802.1x, Python or Docker This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about high-availability networks, and wants to work on mission-critical infrastructure in a security-conscious setting. If you're ready to take the next step in your network engineering career, we encourage you to apply today. Network Engineer, Fortinet, Cisco, DV Cleared, IPSEC, VPN, Network Security, MPLS, Redhill, Maritime Communications, Satcom, Government Networks, OSPF, BGP, CCNP, Linux Networking, Engineering Support, Secure Networks, VOIP QoS, Docker, Python, Routing and Switching Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies. People. Technology. Connected. Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.