Role
Network and Security Engineer
Location
Windsor
Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement and support secure wired and wireless network infrastructure (Arista switching and Wi‑Fi platforms), ensuring performance, resilience and appropriate segmentation.
* Manage network routing, switching and access control to maintain secure and reliable connectivity across the campus.
* Maintain and optimise firewall and web filtering platforms to ensure secure access, appropriate content filtering and safeguarding compliance (including KCSIE requirements).
* Monitor network traffic and security events using Splunk and related tooling, investigating alerts and supporting detection, containment and remediation of incidents.
* Support vulnerability management processes across network and security infrastructure.
* Contribute to the development of network resilience, segmentation and cyber security controls.
* Produce safeguarding and security‑related reporting to support pastoral and safeguarding teams.
* Maintain accurate documentation of network topology, security configurations and standards.
* Work with external partners and service providers to maintain high levels of security and availability.
* Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning from a security and network perspective.
* Provide 2nd/3rd line support for complex network and security issues.
* Support compliance with relevant security and data protection frameworks, including Cyber Essentials, NCSC guidance and ISO‑aligned standards where applicable.
* Promote cyber security awareness.
All Employees
* Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions are classed as 'regulated activity'.
* Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including completing safeguarding training as required and complying with all safeguarding procedures.
* Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.
* Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure (switching, routing and wireless environments).
* Experience working with modern network platforms (Arista experience advantageous).
* Practical understanding of cyber security principles, threat monitoring and operational security controls.
* Experience using SIEM or monitoring platforms (Splunk advantageous).
* Knowledge of secure network segmentation, filtering and access control models.
* Experience investigating and responding to security alerts or anomalous network activity.
* Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyse complex network or security issues.
* Experience designing or implementing resilient, high‑availability network architectures.
* Experience operating at 2nd/3rd line support level within a network or security focused environment.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a structured and methodical approach.
Desirable
* Security‑focused certifications (e.g. Security+, GIAC or similar).
* Network‑related certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP or Arista ACE L2/3).
* Experience with Arista network platforms.
* Experience using Splunk for security monitoring or reporting.
* Familiarity with Cyber Essentials, NCSC guidance or similar security frameworks.
* Experience working within an educational environment.
You May Enjoy This Role If
* You can work effectively within a team environment.
* You have a passion for information and communications technology.
* You are confident and willing to build on knowledge acquired to date.
* You are an excellent communicator with a friendly and helpful manner.
Working Pattern
35 hours per week (core hours 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday). 52 weeks per year. 28 days holiday, 3 reserved for the Christmas shutdown. If a bank holiday falls during a school term period, you will be required to work the day and receive an additional day’s holiday in lieu.
Disclosure Checks
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks, Enhanced DBS, online searches and, where applicable, prohibitions checks. A DBS Disclosure Application Form will be required if successful.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
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