Job Description
We are looking for a skilled 2nd Line Network Engineer to join our Service Operations team. You’ll be responsible for providing advanced technical support to Wavenet customers, diagnosing and resolving network incidents, and ensuring service requests are handled to the highest standard. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong troubleshooting skills across a range of networking and security technologies.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Technical Support – Provide second-line diagnostics and fixes for customer incidents, escalating when necessary.
* Customer Care – Work closely with clients via phone and email, ensuring issues are resolved effectively and customers are kept updated at all stages.
* SLA Management – Prioritise and manage tickets to meet contractual service levels.
* Documentation – Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Help Desk System, including client infrastructure details and troubleshooting steps.
* Collaboration – Liaise with 3rd party suppliers to resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues, ensuring SLA targets are met.
* Continuous Improvement – Contribute to knowledge sharing within the team by updating documentation and supporting colleagues in resolving complex issues.
Qualifications
Skills & Experience You’ll Need
* Proven technical experience in networking and security support.
* Strong diagnostic and administration skills across some/all of the following:
o Cisco Routing & Switching (ISR, ASR, Catalyst, Nexus 1–7K)
o Cisco management tools and wireless platforms (controllers & access points)
o Cisco ACE and F5 configuration and troubleshooting
o Juniper & Extreme Firewalls
o Tier 2 Broadband support, including traffic shaping
o Experience with VLANs, VPNs, and network security principles
o Knowledge of Meraki, Fortinet, and Palo Alto solutions (preferred)
* Hands-on experience in:
o Network design, implementation & troubleshooting
o Firewall configuration and incident response
o Monitoring and analysing network performance using traffic analysis tools
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with all stakeholders including Directors.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
What Success Looks Like
* Timely resolution or escalation of technical incidents.
* High levels of customer satisfaction through clear and professional communication.
* Accurate and comprehensive documentation of tickets and client systems.
* Meeting SLA commitments consistently.
* Proactive collaboration with both customers and suppliers.
Additional Information
At Wavenet, we offer more than just a job – we provide an exceptional environment and a wide range of benefits to support your success from day one. With us, you’ll enjoy a generous starting annual leave allowance, private medical coverage, discounted health plans, an eye care scheme, and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, all backed by a dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team.
We believe in a strong work-life balance, rewarding your commitment with an additional day of annual leave each year, reaching up to 28 days. Here’s a closer look at what we offer:
* Hybrid Working: A flexible hybrid model, typically 3–4 days per week in one of our offices, with the option to work from home where appropriate.
* Annual Leave: Begin your journey with 25 days of leave, increasing by one day per year up to 28 days – our way of saying thank you for your dedication.
* Health & Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is a priority. Enjoy private medical coverage, discounted health plans, virtual GP access, an eye care scheme, and a comprehensive employee assistance programme, all supported by our internal Wellbeing Team.
Ready to join the UK’s largest managed service provider?
Apply today or contact our friendly Talent Acquisition Team for more information.