Junior Network Engineer
Location: Hertfordshire (office-based with regular client site visits)
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 + paid certifications
Type: Permanent, full-time
Ready to build a career in networking? This is where it starts.
We’re working with a growing network and security Managed Service Provider (MSP) in Hertfordshire. They’re looking for a Junior Network Engineer who wants to learn, gets curious about how things connect, and wants a real career rather than just a job.
You’ll be part of a close-knit technical team that supports, installs and maintains networks for a varied mix of customers. You’ll get hands-on exposure from day one, along with senior engineers who will invest time in developing you.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting, configuring and troubleshooting customer networks, mainly on Cisco and Aruba kit
Working with switching, routing, wireless and VLANs in live environments
Helping deliver network installations, upgrades and refresh projects
Visiting customer sites to rack, stack, patch and commission equipment
Responding to and resolving support tickets, and escalating when needed
Documenting network designs, changes and fixes
What you’ll learn
Enterprise switching and wireless across Cisco and Aruba. Full cross-training on Aruba is provided, so prior experience isn’t needed.
How an MSP works and how to look after multiple customer environments
Project delivery, from planning through to go-live
What we’re looking for
Some exposure to networking, whether from a 1st/2nd line role, an apprenticeship, a home lab, or study towards CCNA or similar
An understanding of core networking concepts: TCP/IP, subnetting, VLANs, DHCP and DNS
Cisco experience is a plus. Aruba experience is a bonus but not essential.
A hunger to learn and the drive to work towards certifications
Good communication skills and confidence dealing with customers
A full UK driving licence (essential), as the role includes regular client site visits
What’s in it for you
£28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Fully funded certifications such as CCNA, Aruba ACA/ACP and beyond
A clear progression path from junior to network engineer and senior engineer
Mentoring from experienced engineers and real responsibility early on
A supportive team where your development is a priority
If you’re early in your network career and want to work somewhere that will invest in you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Xact Placements for a c...
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