Hays are supporting an established organisation to recruit a permanent IT Network Manager. The role is paying up to £75,000pa and offering hybrid working typically 3 days per week in Swindon.
The Network Engineering Manager leads the design, delivery, and improvement of the enterprise network, mentoring network engineers and driving innovation to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable WAN and LAN services. You will lead the architecture, deployment, and operation of large-scale enterprise network environments, ensuring security, resilience, and performance. You'll also line-manage and develop an offshore network engineering team while balancing multiple projects and priorities. You will own and oversee core network services and components, driving technology improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce cost. Partner with the wider business to support digital transformation initiatives. Resolve complex network issues, lead root-cause analysis, and drive automation and modernisation of the network estate.
Technical Skills Required
Hands-on experience with next-generation firewalls, including migration from legacy ASA platforms. Strong cloud and hybrid networking expertise (AWS, Azure, or OCI), with solid knowledge of network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC). Proficient in scripting and automation (e.g. Python, Bash, Ansible), with clear and effective communication skills.
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