We are working with our client to find a Senior Network Engineer to assist in the effective and secure operation of the organisation's IT networks, implementing changes and enhancements as directed and required.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in networking concepts at all levels of the OSI 7-layer model, especially in relation to the IP protocol stack

• Solid knowledge and understanding of common LAN and WAN technologies such as: copper and fibre transmission, routing and switching protocols such as QoS, VLAN, VxLAN, SD-WAN

• Enterprise wireless technologies, standards and RF operation

• Knowledge of modern structured cabling standards and their implementation

• Understanding of encryption and PKI principles

• Practical understanding of network application protocols such as DHCP, DNS, SNMP, SIP and others

Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement IT infrastructure installation and network provisioning projects as directed, liaising as required with schools, faculties, departments and external suppliers.

• Ensure that new data network installations conform to the university’s formal technical specifications.

• Co-manage the stock of both active and passive components for the data network and related infrastructure, ensuring that these are deployed and replenished appropriately within budget.

• Assist in the management and operation of the network, maintaining levels of high availability and performance in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.

• Develop and administer the active network equipment, network security systems and network service systems, implementing agreed changes.

• Assist in setting the strategy, design and the implementation of modifications to, and enhancements of the extent and configuration of the university’s IT networks.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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