Network Operations Center Engineer

1 week ago

Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Ikuto Full time £45,000 - £70,000 per year

NOC Engineer – Contract (SC Cleared) – Taunton

We're supporting a major national infrastructure programme and looking for an experienced NOC Engineer to join a busy Network Management Centre in Taunton. You'll be part of a 24/7 operation responsible for monitoring, triage, and fault management across a large multi-vendor network estate.

This role suits someone who is hands-on in a NOC today, confident working across IP, transmission, and security technologies, and comfortable operating in a high-availability environment.

What you'll be doing

  • Active monitoring of network infrastructure across multiple technologies.
  • Initial triage, fault identification and fault escalation to vendors, OEMs or third-party providers.
  • Managing incident queues, maintaining clear updates, and ensuring timely resolution.
  • Working within defined SLAs, playbooks, and operational processes.
  • Supporting a 24/7 operation once shifts commence.

Technology environment

Experience with some of the following is highly beneficial:

  • Cisco IP networks (SolarWinds monitoring)
  • Fortinet firewalls
  • Infinera / Nokia DWDM
  • OTN / MPLS
  • SDH / PDH
  • Microwave radio networks

Shift pattern

Standard weekdays (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm) initially.

Moves to a rotating 24/7 pattern from January, including evenings, nights, weekends and an on-call "rest week".

What we're looking for

  • Background in NOC, network operations or network monitoring.
  • Strong fault-finding skills and good judgement around escalation.
  • Able to work in a structured environment with critical infrastructure.
  • SC clearance
    required (existing and transferable).

Contract details

  • Outside IR35
  • Competitive day rate
  • Start ASAP
  • Onsite in Taunton
  • 5-week rolling shift pattern once live

If you're an experienced NOC Engineer looking to support a major national network with real operational impact, this contract offers a fast start and a varied technical scope. Reach out for full details.

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