Senior Network Engineer

Xpertise Recruitment

  • London
  • £550 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
What we are looking for:We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing Network-based solutions while ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the network.Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement cloud networking architectures, considering scalability, performance, security, and cost optimization.
  • Configure and manage virtual networks, subnets, routing tables, gateways, and other networking components in a cloud environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and security professionals, to ensure seamless integration of networking infrastructure with cloud applications and services.
  • Implement network security measures, such as firewalls, access control lists (ACLs), and virtual private networks (VPNs), to protect cloud resources from unauthorized access and data breaches.
  • Monitor network performance, analyse traffic patterns, and optimize network configurations to ensure high availability and low latency for cloud-based applications.
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and disruptions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation, including network diagrams, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cloud network infrastructure.
  • Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud networking, and evaluate their potential impact on the organization's infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with cloud service providers and vendors to evaluate, implement, and integrate new networking technologies and services.
  • Participate in capacity planning activities to ensure the cloud network infrastructure can accommodate future growth and increasing workload demand.
  • Strong people skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships.
  • Proficient in understanding Network Architecture, the frameworks and principles on which networks, systems, equipment, and resources are based, both on-premises and cloud-based.
  • Advise and work with less experienced colleagues in all aspects of current and correct operational practice and delegate responsibility for conducting specific tasks to individuals as appropriate.
Essential
  • Experience with Meraki SD WAN, Meraki Wireless, Cisco ACI Networks, Palo Alto firewalls, VPN Global protect, and Legacy Cisco switch and WLC.
  • Deep understanding of networking principles, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF).
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, and familiarity with their networking services (e.g., Amazon VPC, Azure Virtual Network).
  • Strong proficiency in network configuration and management tools, such as Cisco ACI, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, etc.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in a distributed cloud environment.
  • Knowledge of network security concepts and best practices, including firewall configuration, access control, and encryption protocols.
  • Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization technologies.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • Relevant certifications, such as CCNA, CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or equivalent, are a plus.
Desirable
  • Experience with Microsoft Team Telephony with Direct Routing SBC.
  • Degree educated in Computer Science related field or equivalent ex

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