Lead Network Engineer

Lead Network Engineer

Posted 2 days ago by Insight International (UK) Ltd

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: The Lead Network Engineer role requires 5-7 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering, focusing on advanced networking technologies and security measures. The position demands strong operational knowledge of various network devices and protocols, as well as troubleshooting skills. The engineer will be responsible for implementing and managing network infrastructure to ensure high availability and security.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement enterprise network solutions using F5 LTM, Fortinet Fortigate firewalls, and Cisco Nexus 7000 series switches.
  • Manage network access control using Cisco ISE for RADIUS.
  • Develop and enforce ACLs, network segmentation, and perimeter defense strategies.
  • Utilize troubleshooting skills for packet capture and log analysis.
  • Monitor and manage network performance using tools like SolarWinds and Wireshark.

Key Skills:

  • 5-7 years of experience in enterprise network engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of F5 LTM, Fortinet Fortigate firewalls, and Cisco Nexus 7000 series switches.
  • Expertise in ACLs, network segmentation, and perimeter defense strategies.
  • Deep understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with packet capture and log analysis.
  • Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London Area

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

5 -7 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering. Strong knowledge and operational experience with: F5 LTM (Local Traffic Manager) Fortinet Fortigate firewalls and FortiManager Cisco ISE for RADIUS and network access control Cisco Nexus 7000 series switches Proven expertise in ACLs, network segmentation, and perimeter defence strategies. Deep understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc.), and high availability concepts. Strong troubleshooting skills with packet capture and log analysis experience. Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, SNMP-based tools).