Network Engineer – Next Generation Firewalls

Company: IP-People
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Location: London
Job Description:

Network Engineer | 24/7 Operations | Next Generation Firewalls

A highly successful Managed Service Provider, offering Connectivity, Cloud, Infrastructure, and more is seeking a Network Engineer to join their 24/7 operations team.

Location: London (24/7 shift pattern – 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)

The Role

As a 2nd Line Network Engineer, you’ll take ownership of Layer 2 and 3 customer tickets, changes, and requests, as well as working with Next Gen Firewalls. You would be working closely with and receiving training/guidance from senior engineers to resolve technical challenges.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve customer network issues across switching, routing, wireless, and security environments
  • Manage support tickets, incidents, and changes with professionalism and accountability
  • Deliver clear, consistent communication with customers and internal teams
  • Contribute to project delivery by assisting with configuration and implementation
  • Maintain accurate documentation including Visio diagrams and technical summaries

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience with Next-Gen Firewalls – Fortigate, Palo Alto etc
  • Solid understanding of networking principles (CCNA R&S / JNCIS-ENT level knowledge)
  • Strong grasp of Layer 2 & 3 protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP)
  • Cisco or Juniper experience
  • Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent certifications (CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS)
  • Firewall experience (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco)

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Information Technology
  • Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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Posted: May 31st, 2026