* Location: London - Hybrid Working Model with some potential oversea's travel.
* Job Type: Contract
We are seeking an experienced SD-WAN Network Engineer to join our infrastructure team as they transform our global WAN environment. This role is key to the successful deployment and integration of our new Fortinet-based SD-WAN solution. You will work alongside global teams, local IT support, and third-party providers to deliver a robust and secure SD-WAN infrastructure.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Deliver the technical deployment of SD-WAN across 30+ global sites, following global standards and security protocols.
* Configure and manage Fortinet SD-WAN devices, ensuring seamless migration from Ipanema.
* Collaborate with network architects and global infrastructure teams to ensure alignment with the broader WAN strategy.
* Work with local teams to ensure site readiness, perform site surveys (as needed), and coordinate testing and failover validation.
* Maintain and update network documentation, including topology diagrams and change records.
* Monitor and optimise SD-WAN performance, using telemetry and analytics tools to ensure reliability and performance.
* Troubleshoot network issues and liaise with internal teams and external vendors to resolve problems quickly.
* Support firewall and routing policies consistent with corporate standards.
* Participate in change management processes and contribute to project reporting and updates.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solutions.
* Previous experience deploying SD-WAN over traditional WAN technologies (e.g., MPLS, leased lines).
* Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), IP addressing, and network segmentation.
* Experience working in enterprise environments with strict security and change control processes.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a regional or global team.
* Excellent communication and documentation skills.
* Desirable: Experience with Ipanema or other legacy WAN optimisation technologies, familiarity with global networks in regulated environments, and relevant certifications (e.g., NSE4+, CCNP, JNCIS).
* Hybrid working model allowing flexibility.
* Exposure to global network projects in a dynamic environment.
* Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a leading consultancy firm.
How to apply:To apply for the SD-WAN Project Deployment Engineer position, please submit your CV.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Engineering, Information Technology, and Project Management
* Industries
Investment Banking, Banking, and Business Consulting and Services
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