About Ekco
Founded in 2016, Ekco has quickly become one of Europe’s fastest‑growing cloud solution providers and a trusted security‑first Managed Service Provider. Our focus is on guiding organisations through cloud transformation, strengthening security, and maximising the value of their technology investments. With a global team of over 1,000 colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Benelux, South Africa, and Malaysia, we are committed to delivering operational efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer with extensive experience in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet firewalls, and HP switches. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, security best practices, and hands‑on experience with these technologies to support a high‑performing and secure network environment.
This position requires the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure network stability, scalability, and security.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, configure, and deploy complex network infrastructure using Cisco routers/switches, HP switches, and Fortinet firewalls.
* Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of network services to meet business requirements.
* Conduct regular network architecture reviews and optimise for efficiency and reliability.
* Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity using tools such as FortiManager, SolarWinds, PRTG, and Auvik.
* Perform regular firmware and software updates for Cisco, Fortinet, and HP equipment.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot network‑related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and quick resolution.
* Manage and configure FortiGate firewalls, including VPNs, NAT, intrusion prevention, and security policies.
* Implement and maintain network security best practices across Cisco, Fortigate, and HP devices.
* Perform regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents.
* Collaborate with wider teams to integrate network systems with cloud services, remote access, and other IT infrastructure.
* Work closely with systems engineers, administrators, and stakeholders to support business projects and day‑to‑day operations.
* Provide Level 2/3 support and mentoring for junior network engineers, service desk, and technical staff.
* Maintain detailed documentation for all network infrastructure, configurations, and changes.
Key Requirements
* Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies (routers, switches, firewalls and wireless devices), including Nexus, ISR and ASA platforms.
* Strong hands‑on experience with FortiGate firewalls, including firewall policy management, VPN, IPSec, SSL VPN, and Web Filtering.
* Experience with HP (HPE Aruba) switches in large enterprise environments, including VLANs, trunking, and spanning tree protocols.
* Strong knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking protocols, such as STP, VTP, MST, VRRP, OSPF and BGP.
* Strong understanding of network security best practices and technologies (IPSec, VPNs, UTM, IDS/IPS and Qualys).
* Working knowledge of Barracuda Firewalls.
Benefits / Perks
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
* Birthday leave: one extra day off to celebrate.
* Company pension scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support.
* EkcOlympics: global team activity challenges.
* Unlimited access to Pluralsight for continuous development.
* Real opportunities to grow, including international progression.
Why Ekco
* Microsoft’s 2023 Rising Star Security Partner of the Year.
* First Irish Microsoft MSP to achieve all four Microsoft Security Specialisations.
* Ranked 4th fastest‑growing technology company in the Deloitte Fast50 Awards.
* Culture rooted in diversity, equality, inclusion & belonging.
* Commitment to internal mobility and career progression.
* Flexible, family‑friendly working at the heart of our culture.
* Proud to be a trusted security‑first Managed Service Provider chosen by IT leaders.
Location
Ekco UK – Milton Keynes, Chancery Lane – London (Hybrid).
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