Network Analyst / Lead
Outskirts of Oxford | Permanent | £35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits
I am seeking an experienced and proactive Network Analyst / Lead to join a well‑established organisation based on the outskirts of Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong infrastructure professional who enjoys combining hands‑on network engineering with leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement.
Working within a growing IT team, you will take ownership of the organisation's network infrastructure, security posture, and connectivity across multiple sites, ensuring high availability, resilience, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage, maintain, and optimise the organisation's network infrastructure
* Oversee LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, firewall, and internet connectivity environments
* Lead network security initiatives including monitoring, patching, access control, and incident response
* Support and develop cloud and hybrid infrastructure connectivity
* Manage relationships with third‑party vendors, ISPs, and technology partners
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior IT staff
* Ensure robust disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity procedures
* Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and future technology planning
* Maintain network documentation, standards, and compliance requirements
Technical Environment
* Cisco / Aruba / Fortinet / Palo Alto technologies
* Switching & routing
* Firewalls & network security
* VLANs, VPNs, DHCP, DNS
* Microsoft Server & Active Directory
* Azure and/or AWS connectivity
* VMware or Hyper‑V
* Cyber security best practices
* Monitoring and performance tools
About You
* Proven experience in a Network Analyst, Network Lead or Infrastructure Analyst role
* Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
* Comfortable operating in both hands‑on technical and strategic capacities
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects effectively
* Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet, or equivalent are desirable
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid working opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Ongoing training and certification support
* Friendly and collaborative working environment
* Free parking
* Strong long‑term career progression opportunities
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