Junior Network Engineer

Fortray Networks LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Network Engineer. The role involves solving network connectivity issues, configuring and maintaining network infrastructures, and producing implementation scripts. The ideal candidate should have a solid grasp of CISCO technologies, relevant networking knowledge, and an associate level network certification. This full-time position requires comfort working UK hours and offers opportunities for training in the latest technologies.

Responsibilities

• Solve network connectivity incidents, including routing and switching.
• Build and maintain network infrastructures per standard methodologies.
• Identify service improvements to reduce risk and improve stability.
• Produce high-quality implementation scripts and test plans for network changes.
• Undertake necessary trainings on latest technologies.

Skills

Network routing and switching (CISCO)

Networking protocols (EIGRP, BGP, IP multicast)

LAN/WAN management

Firewall systems administration

Knowledge of Load balancer solutions

VPN and Remote Access solutions

Network certification (CCNA, JNCIA)

Understanding of large corporate/data centre networks

Strong work ethic

Comfortable working with UK hours

Education

Associate level Network certification (CCNA, JNCIA or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Junior Network Engineer

About the Role

Position Responsibilities:

• Solve network connectivity incidents (this includes routing, switching and security).
• Build, configure and maintain network infrastructures as per standard methodologies.
• Identify service improvements to reduce risk and improve stability.
• Producing high quality implementation scripts, test plans and change controls for all network changes.
• Undertake necessary trainings and certifications on latest technologies.

Qualification:

• Solid grasp of network routing and switching, especially in CISCO technologies
• Working knowledge of networking protocols and an understanding of EIGRP, BGP, and IP multicast.
• Management of LAN/WAN and Wireless LAN environments including device protocols and communication standards, such as Cisco or Fortinet
• Administration of Firewall systems such as FortiGate, Palo Alto Juniper, Checkpoint or Cisco
• Knowledge of Load balancer solutions
• VPN and Remote Access solutions
• Associate level Network certification (CCNA, JNCIA or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of Implementing and supporting large corporate or data centre networks preferably in a multi-client, service provider environment.
• Honesty, sincerity, and a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working with UK hours
• Have basic amenities such as high-speed internet, a laptop, and noise‑cancelation headphones.

Employee Benefits Programme

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting