Job Description
Network Engineer
Location: Basildon/Billericay/Brentwood area (hybrid - HQ & site visits)Full UK Driving Licence required
£30k-£35k
Are you a hands-on Network Engineer with a passion for solving complex issues and working across a wide range of technologies? We're looking for someone to take ownership of installations, support escalations, and network projects both remotely and on-site. On-site visits are a couple of times per week, with expenses paid. Most sites are within Essex and London, with a couple further afield.
Please note, this is not an entry level role. Commercial experience in a networking role, installing firewalls and networks is essential.
What you'll be doing:
* Supporting escalated tickets from the Helpdesk Team (remote & on-site)
* Firewall installations
* Leading and delivering network installation projects
* Working alongside Account Managers and Sales to advise on technical solutions
* Maintaining and improving network monitoring & alerting systems
What you'll bring:
* Solid knowledge of Layer 2
* Firewall experience: Sophos, Fortigate, Watchguard, Cisco ASA/FTD
* Strong grasp of switching (Cisco IOS, HP Aruba) and VLAN management
* Good understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
* Cisco CCNA (or equivalent) a big plus
What you'll need:
* Previous commercial experience in a similar IT/Network Support role
* Previous firewall installation experience
* Confident working with switches and routers
* Excellent customer-facing skills
* Full UK driving licence and car (site visits required roughly 2-3 days a week)
* Full right to work in the UK without any restrictions
For more information and a job description please contact Andy Clarke at The One Group.