Network Design Engineer

Our client is among the world's leading global IT service providers and they are now keen to take on Graduate Engineers who are looking for an opportunity to define their future career trajectory within the company.

About the role:

Are you a Network Engineer who combines strong technical skills with an ability to review design artefacts then automate, where possible, the configuration of Network Appliances and Tools and produce the associated build instructions?

Are you a team player who is willing to learn emerging technologies to produce credible solutions that will delight our customers? Do you want to be proud to work for a company that respects its people and is at the forefront of technology? We are looking to grow our team with committed people to work with our solution architects and vendors to deliver high assurance services and solutions for our customers in the UK and overseas.

We are looking for Network Design Engineers, at varying levels of technical ability and experience, to join our existing dynamic Networks Practice. They will work closely with the Network Architects and Project Managers to configure and document deliverables and offerings on a wide variety of network solutions, including appliances and tooling, which vary in size and complexity. Working alongside a team of dedicated professionals, you will be driven to find better, faster, more effective solutions. This is a fast-paced environment where you will have the chance to grow and build upon your existing knowledge and ability.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day support to the Network Architects and Project Managers to deliver the required network configurations within all workstreams (Main Programme, Live Service, Service Requests and Requests for Change).
• Support the Network Architects by configuring, implementing and documenting network solutions in line with the Network HLD and or LLD designs.
• Ensure build documentation produced is fit for purpose and reusable through the life of the project.
• Provide input into reports, when required, to customers, Network Architects and Project Managers.
• Provide 4th line support to projects and work directly with vendors through to successful fault resolution.

Key requirements:

• Demonstrable network configuration experience utilising technologies (Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Load Balancers, etc.) from a variety of industry-leading technology vendors.
• Experience in configuring, and administration of, network monitoring tools from a variety of industry-leading technology vendors.
• Experience in requirements management and associated tooling.
• Installing and cabling solutions that vary in size and complexity.
• Solid understanding of a variety of network and routing protocols.
• Demonstrable troubleshooting skills and approach to defect resolution.

A national security clearance is required for this role but candidates not holding this level of clearance will be considered.

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