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We are searching for an experienced Network Security Engineer to be responsible for ensuring the Group's IT Networks and Communications are well designed, secure, optimal and function consistently across all internal and external operations.
IT and Cyber Security is extremely important and is key to all our client's operations and you will play an extremely vital role in developing and maintaining security services throughout the business.
The role is offered on a hybrid-working basis with up to 2-days per week working from home.
The role requires you in the office at least 3-days per week so you MUST live within a commutable distance of Exeter to be considered for the position or you will be looking to relocate to the area.
The role comes with excellent benefits!
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Reviewing and managing network security services in line with Group security objectives and policies.
Monitoring and administrating the security of both internal and external corporate network communications, including, routers, switches, firewalls, DMZ, servers, Wi-Fi, OT, telephony and LAN/WAN/VPN communication services.
Constantly reviewing the IP space across the organisation ensuring that the TCP/IP stack, VLANs, IP Subnet, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and VoIP traffic is well designed, secure and optimised.
You will ensure best practices are used for delivering network security.
Continually monitoring, maintaining and testing the threat landscape and security posture.
Provide regular service status updates to line management and agree and monitor service availability targets.
Manage all SSL and external web server security functions to ensure data protection, systems integrity and user confidence at all times.
Manage NIS2 and GDPR privacy policies and operational practice.
Perform regular reviews of security solutions and processes, identifying opportunities for optimisation to over two hundred office, home and field-based employees.
Provide day-to-day cyber security guidance and support to relevant technical & business stakeholders.
Deliver annual penetration testing and implement recommended improvements.
Research latest network cyber threat developments and recommend any actions that will improve network performance and security.
Work closely with NIBE SOC teams and internal security engineers to ensure all preventative security measures are implemented and Zero Day / critical threats are extinguished in line with internal resolution targets.
Collaborate with other business teams to ensure the proper use of systems.
Coordinate investigations and reporting of security incidents related to Network, Systems and Applications.
Diagnose root causes of system failures and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Assist with OT process and system change management, overseeing testing and approval of changes using an approved methodology.
Ensure all network hardware assets are identifiable and updated in the asset management system.
Provide technical expertise to support the maintenance of our hardware infrastructure systems and services.
Work closely with NIBE IT teams to ensure Group IT policies are continually checked and in place.
Required Experience
A computer related degree or relevant professional certification and accreditation is preferred.
Extensive commercial experience in an IT security role maintaining secure networks in a MS-Windows and Linux environment.
Expert knowledge of and experience in LAN/WAN/VLAN communications, VPN configuration and enterprise wireless networking.
Experience of Dell core and edge switches with fibre is preferable.
CCNA/CCNP equivalent accreditation is advantageous but is not essential.
Experience and excellent working knowledge of GNS3 (or similar) is really beneficial.
Firewall configuration, management and monitoring experience is essential.
Experience of FortiGate products preferable.
TCP/IP networking stack, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS/AAA, Active Directory, SSL, 2FA, OT skills are essential for this position.
Knowledge of information security standards (e.g., ISO 17799/27002/27001/PCI DSS/SIEM, etc.), rules and regulations related to information security and data confidentiality (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, etc.) and key network security principles for risk identification and analysis.
Knowledge of Linux OS and Windows Server and desktop operating systems configuration & troubleshooting and SCCM/MECM skills are preferrable.
Knowledge of and experience in virtual network technologies, specifically ESXi and VMware configuration and administration is advantageous.
Knowledge of MDM products, CrowdStrike and Cortex XDR configuration and administration would be advantageous.
Experienced user of Office 365, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint etc.
- any MS E3 subscription services.
Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, problem-solving and communication skills.
Flexibility to work on planned, out of hours systems projects if required.
Training is available for the right candidate to ensure complementary skills are acquired.
Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
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Type: Permanent Location: Exeter, England
Start: 23/02/2026
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £45000 per annum + Good Holiday, Hybrid, Pension, Insurance
Posted: 2026-01-02 19:40:28
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Senior Network Automation Engineer required to join an existing internal team responsible for global network architecture which consists of hundreds of sites and thousands of network devices.
My client is undergoing a major transformation leveraging modern technologies enabling the overall success of the company.
You will have significant experience developing infrastructure automation solutions for global enterprise operation and join a team of talented Network Automation Engineers building solutions, developing the architecture, strategy, and roadmap for network automation while working closely with other automation teams in different IT domains.
Key skills
Five years??? experience in computer networking, infrastructure automation and software development.
Linux, containerization, and technologies like SaltStack, Ansible and Terraform
Python, designing, and developing APIs, and secure coding best practices
Familiarity with software lifecycle management solutions like Azure DevOps or GitHub, including developing CI/CD pipelines
Experience with data modeling, process design, system architecture, and integration
Strong knowledge of computer networking (SD-WAN, firewalls, routers, switches, wireless LAN, public cloud providers), as well as network management and monitoring systems.
Minimum: Bachelor???s degree
Role responsibilities
Develop automation solutions using a modern technology stack, following Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Collaborate closely with other teams such as Cybersecurity and Network Operations to ensure solutions are compliant and fit for purpose.
Build, test and deploy automation solutions using CI/CD processes
Commercialize solutions, including training, documentation, communication, and support processes.
Share expertise and knowledge by mentoring, training, and supporting Junior Engineers
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Type: Permanent Location: Crawley, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £95000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-12-29 10:01:15
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Senior Network Automation Engineer required to join an existing internal team responsible for global network architecture which consists of hundreds of sites and thousands of network devices.
My client is undergoing a major transformation leveraging modern technologies enabling the overall success of the company.
You will have significant experience developing infrastructure automation solutions for global enterprise operation and join a team of talented Network Automation Engineers building solutions, developing the architecture, strategy, and roadmap for network automation while working closely with other automation teams in different IT domains.
Key skills
Five years??? experience in computer networking, infrastructure automation and software development.
Linux, containerization, and technologies like SaltStack, Ansible and Terraform
Python, designing, and developing APIs, and secure coding best practices
Familiarity with software lifecycle management solutions like Azure DevOps or GitHub, including developing CI/CD pipelines
Experience with data modeling, process design, system architecture, and integration
Strong knowledge of computer networking (SD-WAN, firewalls, routers, switches, wireless LAN, public cloud providers), as well as network management/monitoring systems.
Minimum: Bachelor???s degree
Role responsibilities
Develop automation solutions using a modern technology stack, following Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Collaborate closely with other teams such as Cybersecurity and Network Operations to ensure solutions are compliant and fit for purpose.
Build, test and deploy automation solutions using CI/CD processes
Commercialize solutions, including training, documentation, communication, and support processes.
Share expertise and knowledge by mentoring, training, and supporting Junior Engineers
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Type: Permanent Location: Crawley, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £65000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-12-29 09:59:06
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Network Engineer - Zurich / Hybrid
(Network Engineer, Security Solutions, Cisco ISE, NAC, WebProxy, Cisco Meraki, Cisco Classic, Nexus, Fortinet, Perimeter, VPN, Data Center Firewalls, Wireless products, Python and Regex)
We have a fantastic new role for a Network Engineer to join a market leading Swiss Family Business with over 100 years' experience.
This is your chance to help manage the server backend systems in two data centers and the hybrid cloud infrastructure for approximately 10,000 users working at over 100 locations in Europe.
Our client is looking for an exceptional Network Engineer to help with installation, management and operation of the Europe-wide network infrastructure.
You will be an expert in security solutions, such as Cisco ISE, NAC, WebProxy, have excellent Cisco Meraki, Cisco Classic and Nexus, as well as strong knowledge of Fortinet products, namely perimeter, VPN, data center firewalls.
Experience with wireless products and scripting languages such as Python and Regex would be a big advantage.
Location: Zurich, Switzerland / Hybrid Working
Salary: 80'000 CHF - 120'000 CHF + Bonus + Benefits
Applicants must be based in Switzerland and have the right to work in Switzerland even though remote working is available.
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Type: Permanent Location: Zürich, Switzerland
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Swiss Franc80000 - Swiss Franc120000 per annum + Bonus + Pension + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-29 02:01:46
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Central London
Up to £80k
Well-established, highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join them on a permanent basis.
You'll be joining at a critical time as the organisation expands its technical capability, with ambitious growth plans and multiple acquisitions planned every year for the next 5 years (8 in the past 12 months).
Reporting into the IT Operations Manager, you will oversee core infrastructure and networking.
You'll work closely with managed service providers to ensure seamless operations and business continuity whilst taking a lead on regular site set-ups.
Key Responsibilities:
, Lead and manage office and site networks, aligning with business strategy
, Act as an escalation point for the Service Desk Team
, Set up and configure Local Area Networks (LANs), including hardware deployment and support
, Coordinate with third-party MSPs for network and infrastructure management
, Manage firewall operations and connectivity with ISPs
, Oversee network IP addressing and VPN setups
, Support business continuity through proactive incident management
, Rapid deployment of site connectivity solutions, including 4G routers
, Monitor network health and performance, ensuring high availability and resilience
, Maintain inventory and configuration records for infrastructure and software
, Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) on network security
, Support software licensing and upgrades
, Support data privacy and security audits
, Provide technical support and mentoring
, Maintain server rooms and ensure operational efficiency
, Develop and implement business processes and documentation
Requirements:
, Strong knowledge of Azure infrastructure management
, Strong in network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, etc.), ideally candidates must hold a CCNA/CCNP etc.
, Experience with FortiGate Firewalls and Windows Operating Systems
, Familiarity with WAN, LAN, VPN, and wireless networks
4 days per week onsite initially, dropping to 3 days after 3 months.
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £75000 - £80000 per annum
Posted: 2025-11-25 09:51:24
