Network Security Engineer

Join to apply for the Network Security Engineer role at Institute of Communication Team PurposeWe are here to change lives through better sight and hearing by delivering outstanding value, being loved by every customer and creating the place where all colleagues are proud to belong as we grow our business. Your PurposeThe Network Security Engineer supports the Lead Network Security Engineer in delivering the Network Security Roadmap. This role supports the implementation of Infosec-driven initiatives and acts as the second line of escalation for Network Security Incidents and ad hoc service and portfolio support requests. This role is accountable for establishing and maintaining secure network configurations, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs, and periodically reviewing firewall rules and user access to the network. The Network Security Engineer focuses on continuous improvement through automation and tooling, working with Security Operations to monitor and analyse network traffic for malicious activity or potential breaches. Additionally, this role implements network access controls, enforces robust patch management for network devices, and works with network security partners to identify network vulnerabilities, planning and implementing upgrades to ensure the highest standards of network security. This role is required to participate in an on-call rota for out-of-hours escalations for the Global Network Team. Your Role Support Network Security Roadmap: Assist in delivering the Network Security Roadmap. Subject Matter Expertise: Provide network subject matter expertise on Infosec-driven initiatives. Incident Escalation: Second line of escalation for network security incidents, as well as specific security Service and Portfolio Requests (e.g., Meraki configuration and firewall changes). On Call Rota: Participate in on-call rota and occasionally work out of regular business hours to facilitate change management and incident resolution. Secure Network Configurations: Establish and maintain secure network configurations including Cisco Meraki and Palo Alto firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs. Firewall and Access Review: Periodically review firewall rules and user access to the network. Continuous Improvement: Focus on continuous improvement through automation and tooling. Monitoring and Analysis: Collaborate with Security Operations to monitor and analyse network traffic for malicious activity or potential breaches. Access Controls: Implement network access controls to ensure only authorised users and devices can access specific network segments. Vulnerability and Patch Management: Identify and manage the remediation of network vulnerabilities and upgrades to ensure the highest standards of network security, including vulnerability management of the Meraki estate. Perform robust patch management for network devices. IT Values Commitment: Champion and commit to performing the role within recognised Values & Behaviours. What You'll Bring Advanced Expertise in network solutions including MPLS, Internet, Cloud services, Firewalls, Routers, switches, Palo Alto, Meraki, and Cisco services. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and/or industry recognised certifications (e.g., Cisco Certified Network Associate - CCNA). Proficiency in establishing secure network configurations, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs. Experience with network access controls, vulnerability and patch management. Experience in implementing network-security solutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Expertise in monitoring and analysing network performance and incidents. Previous experience participating in on-call rotations and managing out-of-hours incidents effectively. Strong analytical skills to assess complex technical problems and develop effective solutions. Expertise in troubleshooting and resolving network security-related issues. Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including architecture, infosec and regional implementation teams. Dedication to performing the role within recognised values and behaviours. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Computer and Network Security #J-18808-Ljbffr