Overview
Network Security Engineer - Remote UK Based £50,000
CISCO, FirePower, Cisco ISE, Fortinet, FortiGate, StealthWatch
Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and proactive project-focused Network Engineer to deliver a range of network and security-focused projects across our clients’ customer base. This role will suit someone with good exposure to Cisco and security products who is looking to hone a career as a Technical Security Lead, with further certification and training provided. This role is heavily centred on Cisco networking and security technologies, with a strong emphasis on Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, and broader Cisco security platforms. Experience with Fortinet (FortiGate) firewalls is highly desirable. The successful candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with excellent communication and leadership skills, acting as a primary point of contact for stakeholders during project delivery. This is a UK-based remote role, offering flexibility while still providing the opportunity to collaborate in person through periodic meetups and customer engagements.
PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE UK-BASED AND HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP
Key Responsibilities
* Project & Technical Leadership
o Lead the technical delivery of network and security projects from design through implementation and handover
o Act as the lead engineer on complex customer engagements, ensuring solutions are delivered on time and to a high standard
o Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers involved in project delivery
o Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to align technical outcomes with business objectives
* Network & Security Engineering
o Implement, and support enterprise-grade network and security solutions
o Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Firepower firewalls, including policy configuration, VPNs, and threat protection
o Implement and maintain Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control, authentication, and authorization
o Work with Cisco Stealthwatch and other Cisco security tools to provide visibility, monitoring, and threat detection
o Configure and support FortiGate firewalls where required, including firewall policies, VPNs, and security profiles
o Produce high-quality technical documentation, including designs, implementation guides, and handover documentation
* Customer Engagement & Communication
o Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers, clearly explaining solutions and technical decisions
o Gather technical requirements and translate them into robust, secure network designs
o Participate in technical workshops, design reviews, and project update meetings
o Support occasional onsite work at customer locations in the UK and Europe
Required Skills & Experience
Essential
* Strong experience in Cisco network and security environments
* Proven hands-on expertise with: Cisco Firepower (FTD / FMC) and Cisco ISE
* Solid understanding of network security principles, firewalls, VPNs, routing, and switching
* Experience working in a project-based environment, leading or owning technical delivery
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating effectively with distributed teams
* Full right to work in the UK and willingness to travel occasionally
Desirable
* Experience with Fortinet / FortiGate firewalls
* Knowledge of Cisco Stealthwatch and related Cisco security products
* Exposure to wider Cisco security technologies (e.g. Secure Firewall, Secure Network Analytics, Umbrella, etc.)
* Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, or equivalent
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
* Fully remote UK-based role with flexible working
* All business travel expenses covered from home location
* Opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects
* Access to professional development, training, and certification support
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
Why Join Us?
This role offers the chance to take ownership of high-impact network and security projects while maintaining a healthy work-life balance through remote working. You will work with leading technologies, have direct influence on technical decisions, and play a key role in shaping secure network solutions for customers across the UK and Europe.
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