At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and enhance network infrastructure with Proxy technologies in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Leading investment bank focused on innovative network solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rate, flexible working, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Initial 12-month contract with potential for growth and collaboration with senior engineers.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and deepen your expertise in cutting-edge network technologies.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Proxy platforms and knowledge of networking protocols required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Our client is looking for a Web Proxy Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and enhancement of their EMEA network. This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on experience working with Proxy technologies (such as McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat, or similar), and is ready to step into a fast-paced enterprise environment where you can further deepen your expertise.
You will:
- Support the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and Management of Web Proxies
- Contribute to change and incident activities within a complex network infrastructure
- Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services
We are not looking for someone brand new to the technology - you should already be familiar with the key tools and concepts and be ready to contribute from day one, even if you're still developing full mastery.
Core Skills & Experience Required:
- Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy platforms (eg McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat)
- Experience or knowledge of Load Balancing technologies such as F5 BIG IP (LTM/GTM) VMWare Next Gen Load Balancer (formerly AVI Networks)
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL certificates, NAT, DNS, and Layer 7 protocols
- Comfort using CLI and GUI interfaces for network appliance configuration
Preferred:
- Experience building from base and upgrading firmware of Web Proxies
- Experience of DLP/Malware Protection & Mitigation infrastructure
- Experience writing or editing iRules, health monitors, or similar load balancing policies
- Aware of certificate management, TLS handshake flow, and debugging tools (Wireshark, Fiddler)
Contract Role inside IR35 - initial 12 month contract - 3 days a week in office (candidate can be based near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham)
Network Web Proxy Infra Engineer - Investment Banking (F5 BIG-IP, Mcafee, Skyhigh, Bluecoat) employer: Scope
Join a leading investment banking firm that values innovation and expertise in network engineering. With a collaborative work culture and a commitment to employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while working with cutting-edge proxy technologies in a dynamic environment. Located in the vibrant EMEA region, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to a complex network infrastructure while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team and flexible working arrangements.
