Job Title: Network Engineer - Firewall & Cloud Networking Specialist
Location: London based office teams located / Remote option available
Salary: Up to £65,000
Key Responsibilities
Firewall Management:
- Maintain and optimize firewall security across our systems, ensuring robust protection against threats.
- Leverage your proficiency with Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewalls to manage access controls, troubleshoot issues, and implement firewall policies.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, using this knowledge to improve our network's resilience.
LAN Management:
- Manage Local Area Networks (LAN) with Cisco Meraki, ensuring high network performance and reliability.
- Handle configurations, firmware upgrades, and network monitoring to support our business-critical applications.
- Act as a point of contact for LAN-related inquiries, resolving issues and providing expert guidance to other team members.
Network Migration:
- Lead and participate in network migration projects, specifically MPLS migrations to SD-WAN.
- Apply practical SD-WAN experience to optimize network performance, reduce costs, and enhance scalability.
- Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless network transitions, minimize disruption, and support stakeholders throughout migration phases.
Cloud Networking:
- Work with Microsoft Azure's networking services to support our cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure and efficient connectivity across platforms.
- Configure and manage virtual networks, VPN gateways, and network security groups.
- Monitor Azure networking performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices to enhance our cloud environment's reliability.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- Firewall Management Proficiency: Experience with Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewall technologies, with a solid understanding of access controls and security protocols.
- LAN Expertise: Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki for managing LANs and optimizing local networks.
- Network Migration Knowledge: Practical experience with SD-WAN, including migrating from MPLS to SD-WAN, with the ability to work across global teams.
- Cloud Networking Familiarity: Working knowledge of Azure networking services, including virtual networks, VPNs, and network security in cloud environments.
- Communication & Collaboration Skills: Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication and collaboration with team members across different regions.
- Certifications (Desirable): Certifications in Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), Azure (Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator) are a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: Up to £65,000, with opportunities for performance-based reviews.
- Flexible Work Model: Hybrid work setup, allowing for a blend of in-office and remote working.
- Professional Growth: Access to training, certifications, and resources to help you grow and advance in your career.
- Global Team Environment: Work alongside skilled professionals from around the world in a collaborative and supportive setting.
- Location: Centrally located London office, easily accessible by public transportation.
If you're looking to leverage your network engineering skills and take on new challenges in firewall management, network migration, and cloud networking, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and make a lasting impact on our network infrastructure.