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Secure Network Consultant
Salary: up to £45,000
Location: Gloucester, with a hybrid mix of office, client site and home working. Client work is likely to be based in the South West, with occasional UK travel and the potential for some overseas travel.
Clearance: Active SC clearance required with eligibility to gain eDV.
The company
A British engineering consultancy delivering mission-critical infrastructure upgrades in national security. They are in a growth phase, and this hire will have real influence on how the team develops. The work is client-facing and varied, with the opportunity to gain full National Security clearance (eDV - £7,000 bonus for holding).
The role
This is a development role for a early-career network engineer who wants to grow into a senior consultant. You will learn directly from experienced engineers who have spent years designing and assuring secure networks, and you will take on more responsibility as you build your skills. The company will sponsor you through DV clearance, which opens up some of the most sensitive work in the sector.
You will spend time on client sites, with the option of an office base in Gloucestershire. You will need good communication skills, a methodical approach and a real interest in solving problems for the customer.
Responsibilities:
- Support requirements capture, planning and delivery of network hardware maintenance, upgrades and patching
- Assist with vulnerability assessments and risk management planning
- Help implement network management tooling and systems
- Monitor networks, diagnose faults, and help identify and resolve incidents
Essential experience
- Hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches and Cisco IOS
- Working knowledge of Linux and Windows Server environments
- Working knowledge of virtual machine environments
- A solid grounding in networking fundamentals, ideally with CCNA or equivalent
Desirable
- Exposure to data centre environments, network design or rack layout design
- Experience with Juniper xgikmsk devices
- CCNP or progress towards it
- Technical documentation, such as Visio diagrams, configuration change logs and high-level designs
- Jira and Confluence
- Firewall policies and zone-based firewalls
- Understanding of Zero Trust network principles
- Any project work, incident response or stakeholder-facing experience
Benefits
- Structured development and support towards professional registration
- Annual salary reviews
- £7,000 DV bonus
- 25 days holiday, with the option to buy 5 more
- Company pension and life assurance
- Private healthcare
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Secure Network Consultant in Okehampton employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
As a Lead Network Engineer in Salisbury, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and enhancing a critical network capability within a secure environment. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth and development while prioritising diversity and inclusion. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive work atmosphere, we ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
