Senior Network Engineer

DXC; Erskine; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company is looking for a Network Engineer to join their site-based team in Erskine. The role involves project delivery for secure accounts and focuses on Cisco and Aruba network services. Ideal candidates will have 5 to 10 years of experience in a challenging multi-vendor data center environment, and must be eligible for SC clearance. This position offers a hybrid working environment that allows flexibility while prioritizing collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of proven work experience in a multi-vendor data center environment.
• Eligible for or currently possess SC clearance.
• Experience with complex routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and iBGP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data network hardware and systems.
• Provide technical support for internal and external customers.
• Lead network problem escalation and resolution.
• Install and maintain network infrastructure.

Skills

Cisco LAN/WAN skills equivalent to CCNP level

Aruba LAN skills equivalent to Aruba ACP level

Experience with Checkpoint and Palo Alto Firewalls

Strong technical documentation skills

Experience in configuring IPSec tunnels

Knowledge of modern network systems

Tools

Cisco

Aruba

Job description

Job Description:

The position is a site-based Network Engineering role in one of the DXC regial delivery centres in Erskine or Newcastle. Expectation is the successful candidate will cover project delivery on UK Secure accounts.

Network Engineer

Clearance - SC

Hybrid working - minimum 2 days onsite per week.

This Network Engineering role focusses on implementation of remote Network services for a DXC secure Customer. Role focus will cover LAN, WAN, Firewall, and Security infrastructures, remotely, with a key focus on Cisco and Aruba.

Expectation is the successful candidate will have 5 to 10 years proven work experience in a challenging, multi-vendor Data centre environment working as part of a team delivering project engineering functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain data network hardware and systems.
• Investigate and resolve network and hardware issues.
• Analyze, isolate, and troubleshoot network errors.
• Assess and upgrade legacy network components as needed.

Technical Support and Leadership

• Provide technical support for both internal and external customers.
• Respond to technical inquiries and recommend solutions.
• Lead network problem escalation and resolution.
• Mentoring junior Network Engineering staff.

Network Installation and Configuration

• Install and maintain network infrastructure, including hardware, software, and system data for small to medium-sized networks.
• Deploy network applications on servers and voice equipment.
• Conduct network testing, maintenance, and problem resolution.
• Perform network configurations and implement configuration changes on Routers, Switches, Firewalls and Security appliances.

Documentation and Communication

• Prepare network diagrams and documentation to reflect current Network operational status.
• Draft proposal documentation to address customer requirements.
• Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks.
• Conducting regular network performance tests.

Mandatory Skills

• Cisco LAN / WAN skills equivalent to CCNP level.
• Aruba LAN skills equivalent to Aruba ACP level.
• Demonstrable experience working in a large-scale multi-vendor complex campus environment.
• Demonstrable experience working with Checkpoint and Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Strong technical documentation skills.
• Experience with complex routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and iBGP.
• Experience in configuring and managing IPSec tunnels on firewalls and routers.
• Experience working with large scale structured cabling infrastructures in a production / manufacturing environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in data networking with both Cisco and Aruba infrastructures.
• Proven experience troubleshooting LAN / WAN / FW systems and technical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of modern network systems, networking principles, and data or video communication.
• Eligible for or currently possess SC clearance (Mandatory).

Other Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in time, priority, and task management.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Capable of managing competing priorities in complex environments.
• Professional demeanor with confidence in handling technical issues.
• Willingness to travel as requested
• Availability for out of hours work including weekends as needed.

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