Network Engineer

About Network Engineer Bedford (Hybrid) From £26,890 (based on full 3 days per week) to £44,219 (based on a full 37 hours per week) Contract Type: Permanent, Flexible – Part-Time or Full-Time (Flexible Hours – Part-Time or Full-Time)

Are you a talented Network Engineer looking for a role that fits your lifestyle and ambitions? At bpha, we’re open to applications from experienced professionals seeking part-time flexibility and work-life balance, as well as from full-time candidates eager to build on their experience and grow their skill set in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

About The Role As a Network Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing and deploying scalable, high-performance network solutions. You’ll ensure our infrastructure is secure, reliable, and aligned with industry standards—while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver impactful results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust network architectures
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
• Conduct security audits and manage firewalls, VPNs, and IDS
• Maintain clear and up-to-date network documentation
• Lead network-related projects and mentor colleagues

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, SD-WAN, and network security
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and automation tools
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to remote sites

Desirable

• Windows Server and Amazon RDS experience
• Certifications in Agile, PRINCE2/APM, or ITIL Foundation
• Qualifications Relevant degree and/or certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE)

Employee Benefits

Benefits We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a paycheque. In addition to a wealth of other benefits and as part of our commitment to your wellbeing and development, we offer:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Retail Discounts
• 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Private Health Care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Christmas Savings Club

Whether you're looking for a flexible part-time role or a full-time opportunity to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close applications early upon identification of a suitable candidate. Apply early to avoid disappointment! All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references

Nice-to-have skills

• Agile
• Amazon RDS
• BGP
• CCIE
• CCNP
• Cisco
• Fortinet
• Network Security
• OSPF
• TCP/IP
• Windows Server

Bedford, England, United Kingdom

Work experience Network Engineer

Languages English