Lead Network Engineer

Lead Network Engineer

Posted 1 week ago by Picture More Ltd

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Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
London, UK
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Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Firewall IT Security Architecture Microsoft 365 Microsoft Azure Operations Management Scheduling Virtual Private Networks (VPN) VMware Certified Associate

Summary: The Lead Network Engineer will oversee the maintenance of the existing LAN/WAN environment and lead key network projects for a global law firm. This role involves mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with IT security and operations teams to ensure network resilience and compliance. The position is hybrid, requiring 60% office presence and 40% remote work. The contract is for a fixed term of 12 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain existing LAN/WAN environment.
  • Deliver key network projects including office moves, infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements, and cloud integrations.
  • Mentor junior engineers.
  • Collaborate with IT security and operations teams to ensure network resilience and compliance.

Key Skills:

  • 5+ years of technical experience.
  • Proven experience with Cisco Campus switch architectures (9300 series) and Nexus platforms.
  • Hands-on configuration of Palo Alto Prisma Access and FortiGate Firewall appliances.
  • Expertise in VMware VeloCloud (SD-WAN) deployments.
  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure networking (VNets, Azure Firewall, VPN gateways) and troubleshooting.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Lead Network Engineer
Location: London (Hybrid - 60% office, 40% remote)
Contract: 12-month fixed-term

We are working alongside a global law firm specialising in private capital and complex commercial matters. They are looking to hire a Lead Network Engineer- reporting directly to the Technical Operations Manager.

You'll be responsible for both maintaining their existing LAN/WAN environment and delivering key network projects-ranging from office moves and infrastructure upgrades to security enhancements and cloud integrations. You will also mentor junior engineers and collaborate closely with IT security and operations teams to ensure the network remains resilient, compliant, and aligned with industry best practices.

Skills & Experience

  • Technical Qualifications (5+ years' experience)
    • Proven experience with Cisco Campus switch architectures (9300 series) and Nexus platforms.
    • Hands-on configuration of Palo Alto Prisma Access and FortiGate Firewall appliances.
    • Demonstrated expertise in VMware VeloCloud (SD-WAN) deployments.
    • Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure networking (VNets, Azure Firewall, VPN gateways) and troubleshooting.

What they offer

  • Hybrid-working flexibility with a 60% in-office, 40% remote schedule.
  • Opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects within a high-performing, globally minded IT team.
  • Mentorship and development opportunities-both to grow your own skills and to guide junior engineers.
  • A supportive, inclusive workplace culture where no-jargon communication and responsibility are core values.

Apply now if you're keen!-.*This client does not offer sponsorship*

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