Network Architect
Posted 1 week ago by IBU Consulting
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Stockley, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Network Security Architect role involves designing, configuring, and maintaining secure network infrastructures using Fortinet and Cisco technologies. The candidate will work on SD-WAN solutions, firewalls, and network security design while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage complex network environments. The role is based in Stockley, England, United Kingdom.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage Fortinet SD-WAN solutions and Fortinet Firewalls
- Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches and Cisco Wi-Fi/LAN infrastructure
- Handle general routing and switching tasks in complex network environments
- Contribute to firewall and network security design, ensuring compliance and best practices
- Write, review, and update detailed network and firewall configurations
- Perform configuration loading, validation, and deployment across environments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize network and security systems
Key Skills:
- Proven experience with Fortinet SD-WAN and Fortinet Firewalls
- Strong knowledge of Cisco Nexus platforms and enterprise wireless (Wi-Fi) and LAN
- Solid understanding of network routing and switching protocols
- Familiarity with firewall and security design principles
- Ability to write and load configurations accurately and efficiently
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Stockley
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Network Security Architect with hands-on experience in Fortinet and Cisco technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining secure and high-performance network infrastructure for enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage Fortinet SD-WAN solutions and Fortinet Firewalls
- Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches and Cisco Wi-Fi/LAN infrastructure
- Handle general routing and switching tasks in complex network environments
- Contribute to firewall and network security design , ensuring compliance and best practices
- Write, review, and update detailed network and firewall configurations
- Perform configuration loading , validation, and deployment across environments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize network and security systems
Required Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience with Fortinet SD-WAN and Fortinet Firewalls
- Strong knowledge of Cisco Nexus platforms and enterprise wireless (Wi-Fi) and LAN
- Solid understanding of network routing and switching protocols
- Familiarity with firewall and security design principles
- Ability to write and load configurations accurately and efficiently
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation skills