Network Engineer
Posted 1 day ago by Adroit People Limited (UK)
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Windsor, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Network Engineer role based in Windsor, UK, is a contract position focused on providing technical support for network infrastructure in data centers and office environments. The engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise networks while ensuring high availability and security. The position requires hands-on experience with networking hardware and the ability to troubleshoot issues effectively. The role also involves coordinating with remote teams and maintaining documentation of activities and incidents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site technical support for network equipment, servers, and related infrastructure in data centers and office environments.
- Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, and DC networks.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and security of network infrastructure.
- Perform physical tasks such as cabling, racking, stacking, and replacing hardware components.
- Assist in network troubleshooting, including connectivity issues, hardware failures, and configuration support under remote guidance.
- Execute smart hands activities, including power cycling, patching, and device resets as per instructions from NOC or engineering teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation of activities, incidents, and changes performed on-site.
- Coordinate with remote network operations teams to resolve escalated issues promptly.
- Ensure compliance with customer security and operational standards during all activities.
Key Skills:
- L1/L2 experience in network operations and support or data center environments.
- Strong understanding of networks infrastructure (TCP/IP, routing, switching and dynamic routing protocols).
- Hands-on experience with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and cabling standards.
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed technical instructions from remote teams.
- Ability to work independently on the deployments and transformations.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems like ServiceNow and ITIL processes is a plus.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Preferred Certifications: CCNA, CCNP and administrator level certification on other OEMs or equivalent networking certification.
- Data Center or hardware vendor certifications (e.g., Dell, Cisco, HP) are an advantage.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Windsor
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Here are the position details
Role – Network Engineer
Location – Windsor, UK
Position type: Contract (1 Year )
Routing Switching, networking experience mandatory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site technical support for network equipment, servers, and related infrastructure in data centers and office environments.
- Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, and DC networks
- Ensure high availability, performance, and security of network infrastructure
- Perform physical tasks such as cabling, racking, stacking, and replacing hardware components.
- Assist in network troubleshooting , including connectivity issues, hardware failures, and configuration support under remote guidance.
- Execute smart hands activities , including power cycling, patching, and device resets as per instructions from NOC or engineering teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation of activities, incidents, and changes performed on-site.
- Coordinate with remote network operations teams to resolve escalated issues promptly.
- Ensure compliance with customer security and operational standards during all activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- L1/L2 experience in network operations and support or data center environments.
- Strong understanding of networks infrastructure (TCP/IP, routing, switching and dynamic routing protocols).
- Hands-on experience with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and cabling standards.
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed technical instructions from remote teams.
- Ability to work independently on the deployments and transformations.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems like ServiceNow and ITIL processes is a plus.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills .
Preferred Certifications:
- CCNA, CCNP and administrator level certification on other OEMs or equivalent networking certification.
- Data Center or hardware vendor certifications (e.g., Dell, Cisco, HP) are an advantage.
Work Environment:
On-site role at customer data centers and offices. May require flexible hours or on-call support for critical incidents.