Network Security Engineer / Architect

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We are currently recruiting multiple Senior Network Engineers / Architects to join a growing technical team. We have several vacancies available, with each role having more of a focus on one of the following areas: network infrastructure, wireless technologies, and network security.

This is an opportunity to work on complex networking environments and infrastructure projects, implementing and optimising robust, secure and high-performance networks for a wide range of customers.

The Role

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a key role in the design implementation, and optimisation of network infrastructure. You will work closely with internal teams and customers to deliver reliable and secure networking solutions.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Designing and supporting enterprise network infrastructure
  • Troubleshooting complex network and connectivity issues
  • Working with routing, switching, firewalls and VPN technologies
  • Supporting and improving network security and resilience
  • Delivering network upgrades, installations and improvement projects
  • Monitoring network performance and resolving incidents
  • Collaborating with internal teams and third-party vendors
  • Contributing to documentation and technical standards
Skills & Experience

We are interested in Network / Security Engineers with experience in some of the following areas:

  • Enterprise routing and switching
  • Network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, access control)
  • Wireless networking technologies
  • Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper or similar platforms
  • Network design, implementation and troubleshooting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Not all skills are essential, and we welcome applications from engineers with strengths in different areas of network / security.

What's On Offer / Additional Benefits
  • Two bonuses a year, generous pension contributions, free company events, 33 days holiday a year, private medical, annual pay reviews, employee discounts.
  • Opportunities to work with modern networking technologies in a highly collaborative working environment that actively supports professional development.
  • Career development and technical progression via professional certifiations, with genuine opportunities for promotion.
  • Supportive technical team environment.

If you are an experienced Senior Network / Security Engineer looking to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

We are currently recruiting multiple Senior Network Engineers / Architects to join a growing technical team. We have several vacancies available, with each role having more of a focus on one of the following areas: network infrastructure, wireless technologies, and network security.

This is an opportunity to work on complex networking environments and infrastructure projects, implementing and optimising robust, secure and high-performance networks for a wide range of customers.

The Role

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a key role in the design implementation, and optimisation of network infrastructure. You will work closely with internal teams and customers to deliver reliable and secure networking solutions.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Designing and supporting enterprise network infrastructure
  • Troubleshooting complex network and connectivity issues
  • Working with routing, switching, firewalls and VPN technologies
  • Supporting and improving network security and resilience
  • Delivering network upgrades, installations and improvement projects
  • Monitoring network performance and resolving incidents
  • Collaborating with internal teams and third-party vendors
  • Contributing to documentation and technical standards

Skills & Experience

We are interested in Network / Security Engineers with experience in some of the following areas:

  • Enterprise routing and switching
  • Network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, access control)
  • Wireless networking technologies
  • Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper or similar platforms
  • Network design, implementation and troubleshooting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Not all skills are essential, and we welcome applications from engineers with strengths in different areas of network / security.

What’s On Offer / Additional Benefits

  • Two bonuses a year, generous pension contributions, free company events, 33 days holiday a year, private medical, annual pay reviews, employee discounts.
  • Opportunities to work with modern networking technologies in a highly collaborative working environment that actively supports professional development.
  • Career development and technical progression via professional certifiations, with genuine opportunities for promotion.
  • Supportive technical team environment.

If you are an experienced Senior Network / Security Engineer looking to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

Posted: May 21st, 2026