Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) in Southampton

Location: Ringwood, Hampshire

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in designing and delivering high-quality network solutions. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects, working closely with stakeholders across the business, while also supporting operational excellence through incident resolution, preventative maintenance, and continuous service improvement.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Proven expertise in scoping, designing, implementing, and maintaining LAN / WAN architectures, VPNs, firewalls, and routing solutions.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including switching, routing, firewalling, and wireless infrastructure.
• In-depth experience working with enterprise-grade network hardware.
• Solid understanding of network protocols and services, including TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS.
• Experience with cloud networking concepts and integrations (e.g. Azure Virtual Networks, VPN gateways, load balancers).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across complex and diverse network environments.
• Demonstrable experience producing both high-level and low-level design documentation.
• Good working knowledge of network security principles and technologies, including IDS / IPS, NAC, SSL / TLS, and Zero Trust models.
• At least five years' experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server technologies, particularly DNS, RADIUS, and PKI.
• Experience with networking solutions from vendors such as Fortinet, SonicWall, and Meraki.

This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received.

The Package

• Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free).
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Birthday as additional paid leave.
• Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance).
• Private Medical Insurance, including dental.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Company sick pay policy.
• Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid Working.
• Progression opportunities.
• Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine!

Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust - a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If we receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. We may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.