Network Engineer - Preston, United Kingdom - Cerco IT LTD

Cerco IT LTD

Verified Company

Preston, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

We also offer an excellent benefits package including personal pension plan and various other flexible benefits including private medical cover, life insurance and flexible holiday to name a few.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering network engineering projects and handling advanced support issues
Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting various network architecture and hardware
Designing and implementing business solutions using common network equipment
Monitoring and diagnosing performance issues
Drawing up network status reports
Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks
Creating and implementing network security measures
Mentoring junior Network Engineering staff
Conducting regular network performance tests
Delegating networking maintenance tasks to junior staff
Dealing with escalated network support issues

Essential skills / qualifications:

Must have current Cisco LAN / WAN
CCNA level experience is required
Previous work experience as a Networking Engineer with proven experience in Firewalls and LAN/WAN networks
Advanced knowledge of network operating systems including Cisco, JUNOS, and IOS
Knowledge of networking hardware including CPUs, wiring, and routers
Familiarity with communication and routing protocols
Analytical and problemsolving skills
Skilled in time, priority and task management
Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members
Communication skills to interact with team members and support personnel
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment
Ability to convey a professional image and deal confidently with technical problems

Desirable skills / qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT or related field / equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent leadership and mentoring skills