Network Engineer at Pyramid Consulting Europe Ltd, Sheffield, £Contract Rate

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Contract Description

Job Description:

Role: Network Engineer
Location: Sheffield, UK(3 days/week, onsite)
Duration: 6+ months contract and extension

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers across various platforms.
  • Familiar with circuit ordering and DWDM deployments
  • Familiar with Nexus 7k/Cisco 6500 environments and (possibly arista but not essential)
  • Ability to document and map in detail all connectivity on site to be used to identify business areas/stakeholders and used as a basis to produce a runbook for migration tasks .
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline network operations and ensure consistency across environments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand application requirements and translate them into network solutions.
  • Ensure network security by implementing industry-best practices and conducting regular vulnerability assessments.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies and trends and recommend upgrades and improvements to keep our network infrastructure at the cutting edge.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers.
  • Document network designs, configurations, and operating procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a Full Stack Network Engineer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful network infrastructure projects.
  • Expertise in network architecture and engineering, including TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, LAN/WAN, and QoS.
  • Proficient in network automation tools and Scripting languages such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
  • Strong knowledge of network security protocols and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Outstanding communication and teamwork skills.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office and Visio skills.
  • Relevant certifications (eg, CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS) are highly advantageous.