£47K/yr to £53K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Network Security Engineer

Posted by Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd.

Network Security Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Network Security Engineer with strong knowledge of Cisco to work as part of a team who are responsible for deploying, administering, maintaining and supporting the companies network infrastructure.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Deploy, administer, and maintain Network & Security platforms and any other related software, such as routers, switches, wireless, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, network access control, cryptography systems, monitoring, and cloud technologies/applications.
  • Perform diagnostics, appraisal, and analysis on predominantly Cisco based Network & Security technologies, such as, firewalls, VPN's, intrusion detection/intrusion prevention, network access control, and other network policies to ensure maximum system reliability & security.
  • Give direction and recommendation on Network & Security Enhancements/Features.
  • Provide BAU support for Network & Security related tickets/incidents.
  • Contribute to IT policies and process development using industry best practices.
  • Define and maintain security policies & procedures.
  • Identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and propose/implement mitigating solutions.

Essential skills & experience

  • Cisco network support experience, ideally certified
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP Suite.
  • Experience with the configuration and operational maintenance of Cisco Software & Hardware.
  • Hands-on experience in the administration and configuration of Firewalls.
  • Knowledge of network segmentation and access control.
  • Experience with enterprise wireless solutions.
  • Experience with RADIUS/TACACS.
  • Cisco Meraki exposure.
  • Experience working with Network Monitoring Solutions.