Network Engineer

Force Headquarters
Information Technology
Information Services
N/A
J

£29307 - £35451

Full Time
37
Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time
Permanent
MV, SC
Interview Dates: 19th & 20th July, 2017

Purpose and Description of Role:

To provide technical fault resolution, new provision and changes to the force network (local and wide area), and network security infrastructure by following agreed processes, procedures and standards. To innovate in the improvement and security of the force network. To monitor, maintain and improve the force network.

The post holder will be required to perform on call duties outside of normal office hours as operational requirements dictate.

Skills & Experience required:-

Essential:

• Educated to HND level or equivalent qualification or equivalent work related experience (as required below)
• Recognised qualifications in network management or equivalent work experience (as required below)
• Proven experience of managing an enterprise network, including diagnostic tools.
• Proven experience of TCP/IP, Firewalls, Data Switches and Routers, Wireless networks
• Proven experience of managing network security (firewalls / SIEM products / IDS / IPS / VPNs)
• Detailed knowledge of networking protocols
• Proven experience of managing customer relationships
• Demonstrate experience in reviewing, developing and implementing network improvements
• Proven experience in fault diagnosis and resolution
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to other sites transporting network equipment

Desirable:
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience supporting a secure, enterprise network
• Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification ITIL qualification
• Experience of using Service Desk software, e.g. BMC Remedy, Touchpaper
• Knowledge of project management and related methodologies
• Knowledge of systems development lifecycle
• Experience of being an effective team player, able to develop and extend relationships
• Experience of managing a formally accredited secure network
• Experience of supporting VoIP
• Recognised security qualification (IPS / IDS / SIEM / Cisco)
• Experience of implementing protectively marked / secure networks
• Experience of IT Health Checks / penetration testing

This opportunity is closed to applications.