Lead Network Engineer (SC cleared)

Our Client has an opening for a SC cleared Lead Network Engineer within it's UK Information Technology function. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the design, support, maintenance and overall operation of the network estate. The successful candidate will be qualified to expert level in core network technologies and will be responsible for providing expertise, technical leadership and input to the design and operation of the Clients LAN/WAN infrastructure.

Essential Candidate Requirements

- Deep knowledge of network systems, including design, troubleshooting, infrastructure (hardware, software and telecommunications), maintenance and operations.
- Direct experience in building scalable and highly available distributed networks.
- Experience problem solving and troubleshooting complex, distributed network systems.
- Expert in routing and switching - CISCO IOS and NX-OS knowledge is required
- Demonstrated knowledge of firewall and Intrusion Detection Systems.
- Experience of configuring and troubleshooting VoIP, DNS, IPAM, VPN & IPSec, BGP & OSPF routing, load balancers, optimisation technologies and proxies in an enterprise environment.
- Strong familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
- Knowledge and solid understanding of industry best practices. Develop long term vision of technologies and solutions.
- Ability to learn complex systems and business processes and define requirements for solutions.
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (minimum), CCIE preferred



Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks.

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd is an HMG Approved Consultancy and operates as an IT & Engineering Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency, depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, we welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

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