The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.
Jun 15, 2026
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The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.
Job title: Network Engineer / Network Designer (Contract) Duration: 3 months initially, with potential extensions Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: 500 to 550 per day outside IR35 Role Overview A Network Engineer / Network Designer is required to deliver project-based network and security changes within a large, distributed retail organisation. This role focuses solely on project delivery , with no BAU or operational support responsibilities. The contractor will work under general direction, taking responsibility for their own deliverables and ensuring that all design output, configuration artefacts, and documentation updates are accurate, consistent, and aligned with established standards. The work will involve contributing to network designs, implementing planned configuration changes, and updating documentation across hybrid cloud and on?premises environments. Technologies include Cisco ACI , Juniper Mist , Fortinet FortiGate , Palo Alto Networks , Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) , Azure networking , F5 LTM , and automation tooling such as Python, GitHub, and Terraform . Key Responsibilities Network Design & Documentation Produce and update high?quality network documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, diagrams, and configuration specifications. Apply established design patterns for routing, segmentation, cloud connectivity, and secure access. Document changes clearly and consistently, ensuring traceability across project phases. Contribute to designs for Cisco ACI, including application profiles, endpoint groups, and policy models. Contribute to documentation for Juniper Mist wireless and access network deployments. Prepare clear integration and connectivity documentation for Zscaler ZIA and ZPA. Network Engineering & Project Delivery Deliver planned configuration changes across Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Juniper SRX firewalls. Implement routing changes using BGP and associated enterprise protocols. Build IPSec tunnels, VPNs, and Zero Trust access configurations following approved designs. Configure F5 LTM for application delivery and traffic management. Complete migration tasks, cutovers, and validation steps in line with project plans. Produce implementation runbooks, testing steps, and post?change records. Azure Cloud Networking Deploy Azure networking components such as VNets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs, Azure Firewall, and Private Endpoints. Update cloud network diagrams and documentation to reflect changes and new deployments. Support the delivery of hybrid connectivity using VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute. Ensure cloud networking aligns with existing enterprise design standards. Automation & Tooling Use Python to support automation of repeatable network configuration or verification tasks. Maintain configuration artefacts and documentation using GitHub version control. Apply Terraform modules to deliver network and cloud infrastructure builds where required. Transformation & Migration Delivery Contribute to workstreams delivering network modernisation, cloud adoption, and segmentation changes. Follow defined procedures when supporting branch, cloud, or data centre migrations. Produce migration documentation, implementation notes, and verification reports. Identify risks or issues related to network changes and escalate appropriately. Required Skills & Experience Core Networking Strong understanding of routing and switching technologies. Practical experience implementing BGP in enterprise environments. Knowledge of OSPF, VLANs, NAT, QoS, and IPsec VPN. Experience working with Cisco ACI and policy-driven network designs. Familiarity with Juniper Mist wireless and access networking. Security & Firewalls Hands?on experience with: Fortinet FortiGate Palo Alto Networks Juniper SRX Including policy creation, rule updates, segmentation, and configuration deployment. Secure Access & Zero Trust Experience deploying Zscaler ZIA and/or ZPA into enterprise environments. Understanding of Zero Trust concepts and secure access patterns. Cloud Networking Practical experience delivering Azure networking solutions. Understanding of hybrid connectivity requirements and cloud security controls. Desirable Skills Automation experience with Python, Terraform, GitHub, and/or Ansible. Experience configuring and maintaining F5 LTM . Experience working in large distributed or retail organisations. Deliverables The contractor will be responsible for delivering: Updated network documentation (HLDs, LLDs, diagrams). Configuration build documents for firewall, routing, and LTM implementations. Azure networking deployment artefacts and connectivity documentation. Migration runbooks, test plans, and implementation records. Accurate, fully maintained documentation within agreed repositories. Clear, complete handover material for operational teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
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Job title: Network Engineer / Network Designer (Contract) Duration: 3 months initially, with potential extensions Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: 500 to 550 per day outside IR35 Role Overview A Network Engineer / Network Designer is required to deliver project-based network and security changes within a large, distributed retail organisation. This role focuses solely on project delivery , with no BAU or operational support responsibilities. The contractor will work under general direction, taking responsibility for their own deliverables and ensuring that all design output, configuration artefacts, and documentation updates are accurate, consistent, and aligned with established standards. The work will involve contributing to network designs, implementing planned configuration changes, and updating documentation across hybrid cloud and on?premises environments. Technologies include Cisco ACI , Juniper Mist , Fortinet FortiGate , Palo Alto Networks , Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) , Azure networking , F5 LTM , and automation tooling such as Python, GitHub, and Terraform . Key Responsibilities Network Design & Documentation Produce and update high?quality network documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, diagrams, and configuration specifications. Apply established design patterns for routing, segmentation, cloud connectivity, and secure access. Document changes clearly and consistently, ensuring traceability across project phases. Contribute to designs for Cisco ACI, including application profiles, endpoint groups, and policy models. Contribute to documentation for Juniper Mist wireless and access network deployments. Prepare clear integration and connectivity documentation for Zscaler ZIA and ZPA. Network Engineering & Project Delivery Deliver planned configuration changes across Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Juniper SRX firewalls. Implement routing changes using BGP and associated enterprise protocols. Build IPSec tunnels, VPNs, and Zero Trust access configurations following approved designs. Configure F5 LTM for application delivery and traffic management. Complete migration tasks, cutovers, and validation steps in line with project plans. Produce implementation runbooks, testing steps, and post?change records. Azure Cloud Networking Deploy Azure networking components such as VNets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs, Azure Firewall, and Private Endpoints. Update cloud network diagrams and documentation to reflect changes and new deployments. Support the delivery of hybrid connectivity using VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute. Ensure cloud networking aligns with existing enterprise design standards. Automation & Tooling Use Python to support automation of repeatable network configuration or verification tasks. Maintain configuration artefacts and documentation using GitHub version control. Apply Terraform modules to deliver network and cloud infrastructure builds where required. Transformation & Migration Delivery Contribute to workstreams delivering network modernisation, cloud adoption, and segmentation changes. Follow defined procedures when supporting branch, cloud, or data centre migrations. Produce migration documentation, implementation notes, and verification reports. Identify risks or issues related to network changes and escalate appropriately. Required Skills & Experience Core Networking Strong understanding of routing and switching technologies. Practical experience implementing BGP in enterprise environments. Knowledge of OSPF, VLANs, NAT, QoS, and IPsec VPN. Experience working with Cisco ACI and policy-driven network designs. Familiarity with Juniper Mist wireless and access networking. Security & Firewalls Hands?on experience with: Fortinet FortiGate Palo Alto Networks Juniper SRX Including policy creation, rule updates, segmentation, and configuration deployment. Secure Access & Zero Trust Experience deploying Zscaler ZIA and/or ZPA into enterprise environments. Understanding of Zero Trust concepts and secure access patterns. Cloud Networking Practical experience delivering Azure networking solutions. Understanding of hybrid connectivity requirements and cloud security controls. Desirable Skills Automation experience with Python, Terraform, GitHub, and/or Ansible. Experience configuring and maintaining F5 LTM . Experience working in large distributed or retail organisations. Deliverables The contractor will be responsible for delivering: Updated network documentation (HLDs, LLDs, diagrams). Configuration build documents for firewall, routing, and LTM implementations. Azure networking deployment artefacts and connectivity documentation. Migration runbooks, test plans, and implementation records. Accurate, fully maintained documentation within agreed repositories. Clear, complete handover material for operational teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment focused on building, enhancing, and securing critical network infrastructure. This role sits within a high-performing engineering team and requires individuals who can design, implement, and optimise network solutions, rather than purely operate or maintain them. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support scalable network infrastructure solutions Lead on F5 load balancing and traffic management design and deployment Work across proxy and load balancing environments to ensure performance, resilience, and security Collaborate with wider engineering teams to deliver infrastructure enhancements and upgrades at pace Contribute to network architecture and design decisions, not just operational support Troubleshoot complex network issues across multi-vendor environments Support integration with security and monitoring toolsets Logistics: 3 days a week in Liverpool / Warrington / Chester / Wrexham 6 month contract 550 - 600 p/d inside IR35 Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 13, 2026
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We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment focused on building, enhancing, and securing critical network infrastructure. This role sits within a high-performing engineering team and requires individuals who can design, implement, and optimise network solutions, rather than purely operate or maintain them. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support scalable network infrastructure solutions Lead on F5 load balancing and traffic management design and deployment Work across proxy and load balancing environments to ensure performance, resilience, and security Collaborate with wider engineering teams to deliver infrastructure enhancements and upgrades at pace Contribute to network architecture and design decisions, not just operational support Troubleshoot complex network issues across multi-vendor environments Support integration with security and monitoring toolsets Logistics: 3 days a week in Liverpool / Warrington / Chester / Wrexham 6 month contract 550 - 600 p/d inside IR35 Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Should work 2days onsite per week from one of these locations - Edinburgh, Manchester or Leeds In-scope technologies/products: F5 Skillsets required: "Expertise: F5 Big-IP (LTM, GTM/DNS, APM, AWAF), Jenkins, GitHub Proficiencent: DO, AS3, Python and enterprise integrations Familiarity: AppViewX ADC+ Strong understanding: Network technologies, IP Routing protocols, and Firewalls. Experience: Cloud based architectures, CaaS, IaaS. Knowledge: Traditional datacentre hosted architectures Understanding: Operational Resilience and Security Agile methodologies and tooling such as Jira and CI/CD pipelines." Scope of services: "Seeking an Infrastructure engineer with exposure to F5 Networking services. The Study Engineer sits at the front end of delivery. Their job is to take a customer or programme requirement and turn it into a clear, build-ready technical solution for the Delivery and Service teams. The Study Engineer is responsible for the technical discovery and design that happens before build and implementation. Understand application, traffic, security, and resilience requirements. Determine whether an existing F5 pattern can be used or whether a bespoke design is required. Produce design and handover artefacts: A key output of the Study Engineer is documentation that enables delivery without ambiguity. - Approved F5 pattern selection or design alignment. - Completed Study Delivery handover details (VIPs, SSL, persistence, policies, routing, etc.). - Identification of risks, assumptions, and dependencies before build. This ensures Delivery engineers can execute without rework or clarification loops: - Bridges architecture, security, and delivery. - Study Engineers act as a technical translator across teams. - Align solutions with security and governance expectations. - Ensure designs are compatible with the current F5 estate and tooling. - Validate that what's being requested is achievable within platform standards. Needs strong F5 & networking expertise: Although they may not always build configurations themselves, Study Engineers need deep technical understanding to design effectively. - F5 BIG-IP modules (LTM, DNS/GTM, APM, AWAF). - SSL/TLS, traffic management, persistence, health monitoring. - Network fundamentals (routing, firewalls, segmentation). - Automation and tooling awareness (e.g. AppViewX, AS3/DO)."
Jun 10, 2026
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Should work 2days onsite per week from one of these locations - Edinburgh, Manchester or Leeds In-scope technologies/products: F5 Skillsets required: "Expertise: F5 Big-IP (LTM, GTM/DNS, APM, AWAF), Jenkins, GitHub Proficiencent: DO, AS3, Python and enterprise integrations Familiarity: AppViewX ADC+ Strong understanding: Network technologies, IP Routing protocols, and Firewalls. Experience: Cloud based architectures, CaaS, IaaS. Knowledge: Traditional datacentre hosted architectures Understanding: Operational Resilience and Security Agile methodologies and tooling such as Jira and CI/CD pipelines." Scope of services: "Seeking an Infrastructure engineer with exposure to F5 Networking services. The Study Engineer sits at the front end of delivery. Their job is to take a customer or programme requirement and turn it into a clear, build-ready technical solution for the Delivery and Service teams. The Study Engineer is responsible for the technical discovery and design that happens before build and implementation. Understand application, traffic, security, and resilience requirements. Determine whether an existing F5 pattern can be used or whether a bespoke design is required. Produce design and handover artefacts: A key output of the Study Engineer is documentation that enables delivery without ambiguity. - Approved F5 pattern selection or design alignment. - Completed Study Delivery handover details (VIPs, SSL, persistence, policies, routing, etc.). - Identification of risks, assumptions, and dependencies before build. This ensures Delivery engineers can execute without rework or clarification loops: - Bridges architecture, security, and delivery. - Study Engineers act as a technical translator across teams. - Align solutions with security and governance expectations. - Ensure designs are compatible with the current F5 estate and tooling. - Validate that what's being requested is achievable within platform standards. Needs strong F5 & networking expertise: Although they may not always build configurations themselves, Study Engineers need deep technical understanding to design effectively. - F5 BIG-IP modules (LTM, DNS/GTM, APM, AWAF). - SSL/TLS, traffic management, persistence, health monitoring. - Network fundamentals (routing, firewalls, segmentation). - Automation and tooling awareness (e.g. AppViewX, AS3/DO)."
Load Balancing Engineer - f5 DNS (GTM), LTM, APM, ASM, FIPS, VMware, tech solutions - CONTRACT Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates the deployment of Technical Solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure, along with ensuring Software and Hardware Life Cycle management is implemented on time. Desired Skills Proven experience (5+ years) as a Load Balancing Network Engineer. Proven experience (5+ years) of working with F5 DNS(GTM). Proven Experience (5+ years) of F5 Hardware migration and software upgrade process. Knowledge and experience of working with multiple F5 Modules: LTM, GTM, APM, ASM, SSLO. Knowledge and experience of working with virtual Load Balancers and the supporting infrastructure. Knowledge and experience of working with FIPS modules. Ability to base build and configure Load Balancers to given standards. Knowledge and experience of working with VMware Next Gen Load Balancer (AVI Networks). Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts. Strong DMZ Infrastructure and Engineering experience. In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices Working knowledge of DNS and IP Address Management. Network security and compliance. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) 3 days a week in the office, mandatory By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jun 10, 2026
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Load Balancing Engineer - f5 DNS (GTM), LTM, APM, ASM, FIPS, VMware, tech solutions - CONTRACT Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates the deployment of Technical Solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure, along with ensuring Software and Hardware Life Cycle management is implemented on time. Desired Skills Proven experience (5+ years) as a Load Balancing Network Engineer. Proven experience (5+ years) of working with F5 DNS(GTM). Proven Experience (5+ years) of F5 Hardware migration and software upgrade process. Knowledge and experience of working with multiple F5 Modules: LTM, GTM, APM, ASM, SSLO. Knowledge and experience of working with virtual Load Balancers and the supporting infrastructure. Knowledge and experience of working with FIPS modules. Ability to base build and configure Load Balancers to given standards. Knowledge and experience of working with VMware Next Gen Load Balancer (AVI Networks). Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts. Strong DMZ Infrastructure and Engineering experience. In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices Working knowledge of DNS and IP Address Management. Network security and compliance. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) 3 days a week in the office, mandatory By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Extensive expertise across F5 BIG-IP technologies including LTM, DNS/GTM, APM, and Advanced WAF. Strong practical experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and version control platforms like GitHub. Hands-on knowledge of F5 automation and orchestration capabilities, particularly Declarative Onboarding (DO) and Application Services 3 Extension (AS3). Solid Scripting and automation capabilities using Python. Experience integrating enterprise platforms and building scalable automation workflows. Familiarity with the AppViewX ADC+ ecosystem and related automation tooling. Strong understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, and Firewall connectivity. Exposure to cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure environments including IaaS and container-based platforms. Knowledge of both on-premise datacentre environments and modern cloud deployments. Understanding of operational resilience, governance, and security best practices. Experience working within Agile environments alongside DevOps and CI/CD practices. Proficiency with Jira and other delivery management or DevOps collaboration tools.
Jun 10, 2026
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Extensive expertise across F5 BIG-IP technologies including LTM, DNS/GTM, APM, and Advanced WAF. Strong practical experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and version control platforms like GitHub. Hands-on knowledge of F5 automation and orchestration capabilities, particularly Declarative Onboarding (DO) and Application Services 3 Extension (AS3). Solid Scripting and automation capabilities using Python. Experience integrating enterprise platforms and building scalable automation workflows. Familiarity with the AppViewX ADC+ ecosystem and related automation tooling. Strong understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, and Firewall connectivity. Exposure to cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure environments including IaaS and container-based platforms. Knowledge of both on-premise datacentre environments and modern cloud deployments. Understanding of operational resilience, governance, and security best practices. Experience working within Agile environments alongside DevOps and CI/CD practices. Proficiency with Jira and other delivery management or DevOps collaboration tools.
Network Engineer - Proxy Initial 6-month Rolling Contract Role Hybrid Working in Camberley £450 - £550 per day, Inside IR35 ECS Resource group are currently working with a World's Leading Technology Organisation who are looking for a Network Engineer to support and enhance their EMEA network infrastructure, with a strong focus on web Proxy technologies. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for: Assist in the configuration and management of Proxy systems, access policies, and routing rules Supporting the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and management of Web Proxies Support incident response and planned changes in a complex, multi-layered network Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services Please note, the below requirements are essential and candidates without this will not be considered: 5+ years working as a Network Engineer Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy Platforms eg McAfee, Sky high, Blue Coat etc. (essential) Hands-on experience implementing Proxy technologies Knowledge of load balancing technologies such as a F5, VMWare Next Gen Load etc. Prior experience supporting network changes and troubleshooting connectivity issues Financial services experience (highly desirable) Please contact (see below) for further infromation. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 08, 2025
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Network Engineer - Proxy Initial 6-month Rolling Contract Role Hybrid Working in Camberley £450 - £550 per day, Inside IR35 ECS Resource group are currently working with a World's Leading Technology Organisation who are looking for a Network Engineer to support and enhance their EMEA network infrastructure, with a strong focus on web Proxy technologies. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for: Assist in the configuration and management of Proxy systems, access policies, and routing rules Supporting the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and management of Web Proxies Support incident response and planned changes in a complex, multi-layered network Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services Please note, the below requirements are essential and candidates without this will not be considered: 5+ years working as a Network Engineer Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy Platforms eg McAfee, Sky high, Blue Coat etc. (essential) Hands-on experience implementing Proxy technologies Knowledge of load balancing technologies such as a F5, VMWare Next Gen Load etc. Prior experience supporting network changes and troubleshooting connectivity issues Financial services experience (highly desirable) Please contact (see below) for further infromation. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Morson International (IT)
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Security Engineer - SC Cleared (or Eligible) - £550 per day - Inside IR35 - Remote - 12 Months initial contract We are currently working with a leading client in the zero carbon energy sector who are looking to bring on board an experienced Security Engineer to join their security implementation and engineering delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical projects in a highly regulated environment. The Role - As part of the security engineering team, you'll be: Delivering on the security portfolio, with a focus on SASE and Firewall estates. Working within a SAFe Agile framework, participating in sprints and stand-ups. Managing and tracking workloads via Jira. Triaging customer requirements into actionable deliverables. Acting as an escalation engineer for the Security Support Team. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers. Producing documentation and knowledge base material, as well as delivering knowledge transfer sessions. Occasionally supporting out-of-hours work. Technical Skills We're Looking For My client is looking for demonstrable experience in as many of the following as possible: Enterprise Firewalls: Palo Alto (PAN) & Fortinet. Management platforms: Panorama, SCM, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer. SASE products/services. Load balancers & application delivery - primarily F5. Vulnerability & exposure management (eg Tenable). Email security gateways and hygiene solutions (Mimecast). Network routing, switching, access policy administration. AWS and Azure security knowledge. Documentation: HLDs, LLDs, Security Designs, Risk Assessments, Network Diagrams. Soft Skills & Background Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Agile/SAFe delivery experience. Background in security operations, compliance, risk, or governance. Experience working with an MSSP - desirable. Exposure to highly regulated industries - Financial Services experience a strong plus. Clearance SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required for this role. Candidates with current active SC will be prioritised. Why Apply? This is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in their security landscape. You'll be working on enterprise-grade solutions, contributing to critical infrastructure, and expanding your skill set across cloud, network, and security domains.
Oct 03, 2025
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Security Engineer - SC Cleared (or Eligible) - £550 per day - Inside IR35 - Remote - 12 Months initial contract We are currently working with a leading client in the zero carbon energy sector who are looking to bring on board an experienced Security Engineer to join their security implementation and engineering delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical projects in a highly regulated environment. The Role - As part of the security engineering team, you'll be: Delivering on the security portfolio, with a focus on SASE and Firewall estates. Working within a SAFe Agile framework, participating in sprints and stand-ups. Managing and tracking workloads via Jira. Triaging customer requirements into actionable deliverables. Acting as an escalation engineer for the Security Support Team. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers. Producing documentation and knowledge base material, as well as delivering knowledge transfer sessions. Occasionally supporting out-of-hours work. Technical Skills We're Looking For My client is looking for demonstrable experience in as many of the following as possible: Enterprise Firewalls: Palo Alto (PAN) & Fortinet. Management platforms: Panorama, SCM, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer. SASE products/services. Load balancers & application delivery - primarily F5. Vulnerability & exposure management (eg Tenable). Email security gateways and hygiene solutions (Mimecast). Network routing, switching, access policy administration. AWS and Azure security knowledge. Documentation: HLDs, LLDs, Security Designs, Risk Assessments, Network Diagrams. Soft Skills & Background Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Agile/SAFe delivery experience. Background in security operations, compliance, risk, or governance. Experience working with an MSSP - desirable. Exposure to highly regulated industries - Financial Services experience a strong plus. Clearance SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required for this role. Candidates with current active SC will be prioritised. Why Apply? This is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in their security landscape. You'll be working on enterprise-grade solutions, contributing to critical infrastructure, and expanding your skill set across cloud, network, and security domains.
Network Engineer Initial 6-month Rolling Contract Role Hybrid Working in Chester £450- £550 per day, Inside IR35 ECS Resource group are currently working with a World's Leading Technology Organisation who are looking for a Network Engineer to support and enhance their EMEA network infrastructure, with a strong focus on web Proxy technologies. Please note: candidates without Proxy experience can be considered for this role, but you need to be based within a commutable distance from Chester. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for: Assist in the configuration and management of Proxy systems, access policies, and routing rules Supporting the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and management of Web Proxies Support incident response and planned changes in a complex, multi-layered network Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services Please note, the below requirements are essential and candidates without this will not be considered: 5+ years working as a Network Engineer Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy Platforms eg McAfee, Sky high, Blue Coat etc. Knowledge of load balancing technologies such as a F5, VMWare Next Gen Load etc. Prior experience supporting network changes and troubleshooting connectivity issues Financial services experience (desirable) Further Information Available upon Application. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 01, 2025
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Network Engineer Initial 6-month Rolling Contract Role Hybrid Working in Chester £450- £550 per day, Inside IR35 ECS Resource group are currently working with a World's Leading Technology Organisation who are looking for a Network Engineer to support and enhance their EMEA network infrastructure, with a strong focus on web Proxy technologies. Please note: candidates without Proxy experience can be considered for this role, but you need to be based within a commutable distance from Chester. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for: Assist in the configuration and management of Proxy systems, access policies, and routing rules Supporting the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and management of Web Proxies Support incident response and planned changes in a complex, multi-layered network Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services Please note, the below requirements are essential and candidates without this will not be considered: 5+ years working as a Network Engineer Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy Platforms eg McAfee, Sky high, Blue Coat etc. Knowledge of load balancing technologies such as a F5, VMWare Next Gen Load etc. Prior experience supporting network changes and troubleshooting connectivity issues Financial services experience (desirable) Further Information Available upon Application. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
InterSystems provides the information engines that power some of the world's most important applications. In healthcare, finance, government, and other sectors where lives and livelihoods are at stake, InterSystems has been a strategic technology provider since 1978. InterSystems is a privately held company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts (USA), with offices worldwide, and its software products are used daily by millions of people in more than 100 countries. For more information about InterSystems, the Cache database, Ensemble, HealthShare, and TrakCare. The Hosted Services organization was formed in 2015 to enable the delivery of fully managed and hosted TrakCare and other healthcare related solutions. With five established datacentre locations globally, and several contracts in the pipeline, Hosted Services is expected to continue to grow. To support this growth, we are now looking for a Network Engineer to work within our Hosting Services team to oversee the ongoing delivery, administration and security compliance of the network infrastructure underpinning our hosted services internationally. Responsibilities Provide expert-level support for the network infrastructure that underpins our data center based services. Ensure that network service levels are monitored, reviewed and reported on a regular basis, and that the necessary steps are taken to resolve any issues or negative trends that may be identified. Ensure that network and related activities are completed within agreed timelines and/or in line with agreed schedules. Work with technical architects, project managers and other stakeholders to identify, assess, select and present appropriate network solutions for their needs. Build and deploy agreed solutions within specified timelines. Develop, implement and test disaster recovery and/or network fail-over plans as required. Maintain operational acceptance criteria for network solutions to be supported by the hosting team, and work with the appropriate delivery teams to ensure that these are met before transition into production. Ensure that network and associated service components under management are monitored 24x7 for availability, capacity and performance. Monitor and report on network capacity across all network elements, and pro-actively identify and address potential issues in a timely manner. Ensure that agreed network and access processes are followed and, in particular, that events, incidents and requests are dealt with in a timely manner using the appropriate operational processes and tools. Ensure ongoing compliance with network and related security policies Ensure that network and related solutions are documented, including network diagrams, "as-built" configurations, IP address data, and support procedures e.g. "how to fail-over a connection", etc. Maintain good relationships with other team members, other teams, customers and suppliers in order to maximize team working and collaboration. Continue to look for ways that the service can be improved and, where agreed, lead or assist with the implementation of service improvements. In particular, focus on service automation opportunities in line with the wider hosted services strategy and available tools; continue to optimize performance, efficiency and utilization. Provide consultation to customers and stakeholders on in-life customer solutions. Provide 24x7 support as part of the wider hosting operations team. Required experience & qualifications Minimum of CCNP with routing and switching or security certification Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of configuring, troubleshooting and supporting Cisco and F5 networking equipment in a datacentre environment, specifically Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASA firewalls, F5 LTM and DNS load balancers. Strong network design and management skills and experience, including setting up firewall rules, dynamic routing, load balancing, intrusion detection and prevention, setting up remote access and site-to-site VPNs. Strong practical experience of following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with tight SLA and security compliance requirements. Practical experience with the majority of: Cisco Nexus 7000/9000 series, NX-OS, IOS, VDC, VPC, HSRP, STP, NTP, logging, port channels, layer 3 switching Cisco ASR (100x), IOS, XE, OSFP, BGP, VRF, NTP, logging Cisco ASA, IPS, ASAv, Multi-context IPSEC VPN, Anyconnect SSL VPN, NAT, ACLs F5 LTM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, irules, GTM - DNS Management, GLB Desirable skills: Good client and relationship management ability with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills Able to demonstrate flexibility, motivation as well as excellent problem solving and team working Knowledge of service monitoring and alerting (Nagios, Cacti preferred). Knowledge of configuration management (Puppet preferred). Ability to manage 3rd party vendors e.g. F5, Cisco
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
InterSystems provides the information engines that power some of the world's most important applications. In healthcare, finance, government, and other sectors where lives and livelihoods are at stake, InterSystems has been a strategic technology provider since 1978. InterSystems is a privately held company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts (USA), with offices worldwide, and its software products are used daily by millions of people in more than 100 countries. For more information about InterSystems, the Cache database, Ensemble, HealthShare, and TrakCare. The Hosted Services organization was formed in 2015 to enable the delivery of fully managed and hosted TrakCare and other healthcare related solutions. With five established datacentre locations globally, and several contracts in the pipeline, Hosted Services is expected to continue to grow. To support this growth, we are now looking for a Network Engineer to work within our Hosting Services team to oversee the ongoing delivery, administration and security compliance of the network infrastructure underpinning our hosted services internationally. Responsibilities Provide expert-level support for the network infrastructure that underpins our data center based services. Ensure that network service levels are monitored, reviewed and reported on a regular basis, and that the necessary steps are taken to resolve any issues or negative trends that may be identified. Ensure that network and related activities are completed within agreed timelines and/or in line with agreed schedules. Work with technical architects, project managers and other stakeholders to identify, assess, select and present appropriate network solutions for their needs. Build and deploy agreed solutions within specified timelines. Develop, implement and test disaster recovery and/or network fail-over plans as required. Maintain operational acceptance criteria for network solutions to be supported by the hosting team, and work with the appropriate delivery teams to ensure that these are met before transition into production. Ensure that network and associated service components under management are monitored 24x7 for availability, capacity and performance. Monitor and report on network capacity across all network elements, and pro-actively identify and address potential issues in a timely manner. Ensure that agreed network and access processes are followed and, in particular, that events, incidents and requests are dealt with in a timely manner using the appropriate operational processes and tools. Ensure ongoing compliance with network and related security policies Ensure that network and related solutions are documented, including network diagrams, "as-built" configurations, IP address data, and support procedures e.g. "how to fail-over a connection", etc. Maintain good relationships with other team members, other teams, customers and suppliers in order to maximize team working and collaboration. Continue to look for ways that the service can be improved and, where agreed, lead or assist with the implementation of service improvements. In particular, focus on service automation opportunities in line with the wider hosted services strategy and available tools; continue to optimize performance, efficiency and utilization. Provide consultation to customers and stakeholders on in-life customer solutions. Provide 24x7 support as part of the wider hosting operations team. Required experience & qualifications Minimum of CCNP with routing and switching or security certification Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of configuring, troubleshooting and supporting Cisco and F5 networking equipment in a datacentre environment, specifically Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASA firewalls, F5 LTM and DNS load balancers. Strong network design and management skills and experience, including setting up firewall rules, dynamic routing, load balancing, intrusion detection and prevention, setting up remote access and site-to-site VPNs. Strong practical experience of following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with tight SLA and security compliance requirements. Practical experience with the majority of: Cisco Nexus 7000/9000 series, NX-OS, IOS, VDC, VPC, HSRP, STP, NTP, logging, port channels, layer 3 switching Cisco ASR (100x), IOS, XE, OSFP, BGP, VRF, NTP, logging Cisco ASA, IPS, ASAv, Multi-context IPSEC VPN, Anyconnect SSL VPN, NAT, ACLs F5 LTM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, irules, GTM - DNS Management, GLB Desirable skills: Good client and relationship management ability with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills Able to demonstrate flexibility, motivation as well as excellent problem solving and team working Knowledge of service monitoring and alerting (Nagios, Cacti preferred). Knowledge of configuration management (Puppet preferred). Ability to manage 3rd party vendors e.g. F5, Cisco
