Network Engineer

Summary: The Network Engineer role focuses on DNS, Forescout, and NAC solutions, requiring the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise DNS services. The position involves troubleshooting incidents, supporting Zero Trust initiatives, and collaborating with various teams. The role is based in London or Knutsford with a requirement for on-site presence three days a week. The contract runs from May 2026 to May 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and operate enterprise DNS services.
• Administer DNS platforms (zones, records, automation, resiliency).
• Implement and support NAC solutions with Forescout.
• Design and enforce NAC policies across wired and wireless networks.
• Integrate NAC with AD, MDM, PKI, and security tooling.
• Troubleshoot DNS and NAC-related incidents and performance issues.
• Support Zero Trust and device visibility initiatives.
• Perform upgrades, patches, and lifecycle management.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and cloud teams.

Key Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Forescout NAC.
• Strong knowledge of DNS security and high availability.
• Experience with 802.1X, certificates, and RADIUS.
• Exposure to cloud networking and hybrid DNS.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA/CCNP, Network+, Security+).

Salary (Rate): £425 daily

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role Title: Network Engineer DNS, Forescout & NAC Focus
Start Date: May 2026
End Date: 11th May 2027
Rate: £429
Location: London Or Knutsford 3 days on site

Network Engineer - DNS, Forescout & NAC Focus
Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and operate enterprise DNS services.
• Administer DNS platforms (zones, records, automation, resiliency).
• Implement and support NAC solutions with Forescout.
• Design and enforce NAC policies across wired and wireless networks.
• Integrate NAC with AD, MDM, PKI, and security tooling.
• Troubleshoot DNS and NAC-related incidents and performance issues.
• Support Zero Trust and device visibility initiatives.
• Perform upgrades, patches, and lifecycle management.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and cloud teams.

Desirable

• Hands-on experience with Forescout NAC.
• Strong knowledge of DNS security and high availability.
• Experience with 802.1X, certificates, and RADIUS.
• Exposure to cloud networking and hybrid DNS.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA/CCNP, Network+, Security+).