Network Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Network Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  please note:  Current DV Security Clearance is required.

Rate: £68.75 per hour
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite 4 days per week, 1 day remote from home.  8 hours a day between 07:00-19:00
Contract: 37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’
Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Network Engineer Job Description:

DEx Networks are responsible for the management and support of networks across the UK estate, and some International locations (MCN). DEx Networks has two departments: Network Solutions (Projects) and Operations (BAU/ Support/ Maintenance); DEx Network Operations is split into five domains, as follows:

Network Collaboration (Unified Comms)
Network DevOps
Network Infrastructure (LAN)
Network Security
Network Services 

Network Collaboration services: Collaboration tools, IP telephony and Video Conference.
Network DevOps: Automation and the development of processes/solutions to deliver services and improvements, as a team.
Network Infrastructure (LAN & WLAN): network infrastructure (i.e. switches/routers etc.) on various networks of differing classifications.
Network Security: firewalls, load balancing, proxies, RAS, encryption – the security technologies to maintain a secure network. This is separate from our SOC team that analyses network threats and vulnerabilities, amongst other things.
Network Services: Manages service outcomes, monitoring output and incident process, supporting the other departments with communication to end users, process documentation etc. 
Responsibilities:

Provide dedicated support at, but not limited to, the Stevenage site (Bolton and Bristol sites are also in scope), ensuring the effective delivery of DEx Network service in this high-profile environment.
Own the remediation of any identified issues and risks, based on submitted reports and any other intelligence.
Assist with the support of initiatives as part of the DEx Networks team.
Build relationships with partners and external suppliers to optimise the service provided and play a substantial role in agreeing service levels to meet business need.
Engage with the Security team to develop Security Reporting, risk analysis.
Collaborate with the Service Manager, and DEx Network Service team, to ensure Network service requirements meet the agreed criteria.
Collaborate with the DEx Networks Crypto Network Specialist regarding crypto management and support. 
Skillset/experience required:

A career background in information technology.
Demonstrable crypto experience, and strong knowledge of crypto best practice.
Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst Centre, ISE; Cisco best practice and CVDs
Demonstrable knowledge of the OSI model.
Strong understanding of network communication protocols including, but not limited to HSRP/ VRRP, HTTP/S, OSPF/BGP, SSL, TCP/IP.
Experience with Windows Server/AD, Linux, RHEL and VMWare/vSphere.
Self-motivated, ambitious and tenacious, with the ability to work under pressure.
A structured approach to document management.
Exposure to SDA principles and deployments.
Authentication services.
Network cabling fundamentals.
Proficient in monitoring technologies such as Nagios, PRTG, Solarwinds.
CCNA / CCNP would be great