Network Engineer – Zabbix Specialist
6 Month Contract – Inside IR35
Remote
About the role
Our Retail client is seeking a Network Engineer with deep expertise in Zabbix to lead the migration of legacy network monitoring tools to a modern, supported platform. This role supports the Network Tooling Refresh initiative, focused on replacing end-of-life tools with a robust Zabbix-based solution.
You’ll be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing Zabbix to replace Cacti Monitoring and a bespoke Branch Asset Tracker, ensuring seamless integration within a Cisco network environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Tool Migration & Integration
* Refactor existing tools (Cacti & Branch Asset Tracker) into Zabbix
* Configure SNMP-based data collection and visualisation
2. Design & Documentation
* Contribute to High-Level Design (HLD)
* Deliver Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation
3. Development Tasks
* Build and configure Zabbix proxies via code
* Update network devices to communicate with Zabbix via SNMP.
* Onboard devices into Zabbix and build custom dashboards.
4. Testing & Implementation
* Develop and execute test plans
* Manage change control and deployment
* Provide post-deployment support
5. Service Transition
* Conduct Knowledge Transfer to BAU (Business-As-Usual) teams.
* Provide support documentation for ongoing maintenance.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Extensive hands-on experience with Zabbix (architecture, proxy setup, dashboard creation)
* Strong understanding of SNMP and network monitoring principles
* Proven experience in a Cisco network environment
* Experience with tool migration and network asset tracking
* Ability to work across design, development, testing, and implementation phases
* Strong documentation and communication skills
To apply for this position please submit your CV.