Network Security SpecialistLocation: Stevenage, SG1 2DAOnsite: 5 days per weekShift Rota: 7 am - 7 pmThe Opportunity:Europe’s #1 Integrated Defence Company seeks a talented Network Security Specialist to join its growing Information Management Team – working within Operational and Project capacities.The Role:As a Network Security Specialist, you’ll oversee Estate Security Appliances and configuration while supporting the management of High-Grade Cryptographic devices across the estate - working in partnership with the SOC team to maintain the highest standard of Network Security.Additionally, you’ll provide specialist technical support across project activities and to 3rd party suppliers, reviewing documentation and presenting supporting materials to progress business targets.The Company:As NATO’s leading supplier of state-of-the-art combat deterrents, the organisation develops Advanced Missile and Defence Systems, providing decisive national security capabilities to our Home Nations and strategic allies.Notably, a £1.9 billion deal was recently signed to support Poland's border with Ukraine, making it the largest European short-range air defence acquisition program in NATO. These initiatives directly contribute to the peaceful prosperity of millions of citizens and ensure the safety of our Armed Forces.Required Skills/Experience:Must hold a sole British passport and be willing and able to obtain SC and DV clearance.Hands-on experience in or Vendor Certification in Firewall, Proxy, DNS configuration and management.Hands-on experience in Bluecoat, F5, Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and Infoblox (NB: Bluecoat is essential)Previous Defence/Aerospace sector backgroundCryptography (commercial and high-grade)Benefits Package:Base salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DoE)Annual Bonus: Circa £2,500Pension: Pension 14% (6% Employee and 8% Employer)Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysShare Incentive Plan: Opportunity to purchase shares via payroll before tax and NI.Parental Benefits: Up to 26 weeks of full pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal and shared parental leaveCompany Sick Pay ranges from 6 weeks for the first six months of service to 48 weeks after five years of service.Learning & Development: The Company holds Three Investors in People Gold Awards and offers employees access to work-class training and development/career tools.This is your chance to join a company recently recognised as one of the UK’s top workplaces by Glassdoor and the Sunday Times Top 100 Employees' Choice Awards.For more information, please apply below or contact us directly.Contact: 02077806706Network Security Specialist