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Our client is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic network engineer to join their team based around Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of the requirements below. If you feel that you are capable, I would love to hear from you and discuss the position in full. Duties and Responsibilities Design, implement, configure and manage the organisation's network infrastructure, including LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Identify and address issues to ensure high availability, reliability, and optimal performance. Deploy and maintain the systems' infrastructure, including servers, storage solutions, operating systems, virtualisation platforms and cloud services. Manage network and systems capacity planning to accommodate growth and changing computing requirements. Collaborate with IT teams worldwide to develop integrated network and systems solutions aligned with business objectives and technology standards. Perform regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement necessary patches, updates, and security protocols. Design, implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Provide technical support to end-users and other IT teams, addressing network and systems-related incidents and challenges. Document network and systems configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and training. Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in networking and systems engineering. Automate network and systems tasks using scripting languages and configuration management tools. Work with vendors and service providers for procurement, maintenance, and support of network and systems equipment and software. Install hardware for systems and users, as required. Packaging and deployment of applications and software updates. Identify, propose, contribute and manage IT projects for continuous improvement. Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or relevant work experience for a minimum of five years. Proven experience as a Network Engineer/Administrator, Systems Engineer/Administrator, or similar role, demonstrating proficiency in both networking and systems administration. Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and network security practices. Familiarity with various operating systems, including Windows and VMWare ESXi and experience in system administration. Proficiency in configuring and managing virtualisation platforms such as VMware. Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell) for network and systems automation and optimisation. Knowledge of hardware components, server architecture, and storage systems (SANs). Familiarity with security tools, encryption, certificates, PKI, authentication, and patch management for both networks and systems. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams. Strong problem-solving abilities for diagnosing and resolving complex network and systems issues. Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities while adhering to deadlines. Main benefits: Salary Life Assurance x 4 times annual salary Critical Illness x 2 times annual salary Westfield Health Cover - CashPlan and Hospital Plan Personal Private Pension (currently Scottish Widows). Salary Exchange. 5% company contribution 34 day holiday (includes public holidays) Contribution to fitness club or classes Please send a copy of your CV for more information and to discuss your suitability. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Duties & Responsibilities: This role will encompass a range of responsibilities including but not limited to: Design, build, configure, install, test and managed a high availability and fault tolerant network and infrastructure for the WAN, LAN, SAN, VPN networks. Supporting and inputting to infrastructure as code deployments in the cloud, working alongside DevOps engineers. Client Details Everything about CSL is designed to keep our customers connected, secure and live. Simplicity, service and reliability have been at the heart of everything we do since CSL was founded in 1996. The sectors we work in and applications we connect are at the highest end of critical communications. Critical connectivity can be complex but we make it easy. Our partnerships with all the major Mobile Network Operators, Monitoring Centres and Installers, allows us to deliver complete end-to-end connectivity solutions. Whether it's 4G, IP, xDSL, or FTTC, we have the knowledge, expertise and ability to deliver the best combination for your connectivity requirements. Description Duties & Responsibilities: This role will encompass a range of responsibilities including but not limited to: Design, build, configure, install, test and managed a high availability and fault tolerant network and infrastructure for the WAN, LAN, SAN, VPN networks. Supporting and inputting to infrastructure as code deployments in the cloud, working alongside DevOps engineers. Supporting / maintaining / monitoring the automated / manual batch processes and all Operational tasks. Delivering proactive monitoring tools and systems to ensure internal reporting capability meets SLA for high availability. Managing upgrades and security patch updates. Network optimisation. Capacity planning and performance monitoring. 2nd and 3rd line operational support. Provide technical consultancy as required. Security and protection tools, processes and systems. Enforcing and delivering change management and request fulfilment activities. Take ownership of incident and problem management projects. Management of Data Centres assets - space, equipment. Managing issues/risks and escalating as appropriate. Creating and maintaining support documentation. Managing / working with key 3rd party suppliers. Maintaining awareness of industry trends / new technology. Providing system backup capabilities. Provide support to junior team members. Expected to play key technical resources / technical lead roles in delivery of critical business projects. Take ownership of the request fulfilment. Profile Key Skills & Qualifications Sought: Site to Site IPsec Tunnels Client VPN Access An excellent understanding of networking principles. Cisco Routing Protocols (BGP and OSPF) Cisco Switches - Layer 3 and 2 (Cisco 9000 Series) Experience in FPR1000, FPR2000 series Firewalls, Cisco 4000 and 8000 Routers Essential - CCNP or CCIE Desirable - Understanding ITIL processes and Agile Methodology (Working in 2-week sprints), Network Automation Job Offer 25 days holiday- Increasing with service Annual bonus and salary reviews Free onsite parking based at Croxley Park, Watford Working in an Internet of Things industry Hybrid working