Network Engineer

Sword group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Network Engineer in Glasgow. This entry-level position involves troubleshooting network and security issues, supporting critical infrastructure, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a valid driving license and CCNA certification is desirable. The company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including flexible working arrangements and personalized career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting enterprise networks and associated technologies.
• Understanding of Wide Area Networking technologies and routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP.
• Proficiency with network troubleshooting utilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients for technical incidents.
• Diagnose and resolve network and security-related issues.
• Manage change control and risk assessments.

Skills

Network security understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Methodical approach

Mentoring skills

Education

CCNA Certification

Valid driving license

Tools

Wireshark

Cisco Routing & Switching

Meraki Routing & Switching

Job description

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Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications.

About The Role

We're looking for a Network Engineer with technical expertise and a passion for solving complex problems. You'll play a pivotal role in our Managed Services team, supporting critical infrastructure and troubleshooting of network and security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients for technical incidents
• Diagnose and resolve network and security-related issues
• Manage change control and risk assessments across managed service environments
• Implement infrastructure changes and upgrades with precision and minimal disruption
• Maintain and improve technical documentation, policies, and procedures
• Manage vendor escalations and technical case handling
• Perform regular maintenance and patching of network and security systems
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge

What We're Looking For

• Understanding of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and monitoring tools
• Logical and methodical approach to troubleshooting and implementation
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to lead by example and mentor others
• Passion for continuous improvement and delivering high-quality service

Requirements

• Experience in a similar role or field-based experience
• CCNA Certification is desirable
• A valid driving licence is essential, as travel may be required
• Experience troubleshooting enterprise networks and associated technologies
• Understanding of Wide Area Networking technologies and routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP
• Proficiency with tools like Wireshark and other network troubleshooting utilities
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Cisco Routing & Switching, Meraki Routing & Switching, Meraki Wireless

Beneficial Experience (Not Essential)

• Cisco Meraki Technologies, including Wireless, Switching, Security (MX), and SD-WAN
• Firewall administration (Cisco ASA/FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet)
• Cisco SD-WAN, including vManage, vSmart, and vEdge components
• Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)

Benefits

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.

We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Designed To Support Your Professional Development And Enhance Your Overall Quality Of Life. In Addition To a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package.

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work‑life balance.

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well‑being and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to usp>

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