Network Architect – Crewe/Remote – Up to £80k
On behalf of our industry-leading client based in Crewe, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Network Architect. As Network Architect, you will assist the IT Infrastructure Services team in delivering network strategy and supporting the IT Operations team in the delivery of service to our client.
The duties of the Network Architect will include:
- Carry out installation, support, and maintenance of the group’s network infrastructure.
- Proactively looks for ways to improve the group’s network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and stability.
- Produces and maintains documentation concerning the group’s network infrastructure including network architecture diagrams.
- Works with IT management to define infrastructure support initiatives and solutions to improve service efficiency and effectiveness, focusing on the group’s network estate.
- Proactively researches and recommends courses of action to prevent problems and to maintain high infrastructure service levels for internal customers.
- Demonstrates a proactive approach in helping to mitigate risks, efficiently improve quality and resolve issues that do occur.
- Ensures change management processes are followed for all system changes.
The Network Architect will have the following skills and experience:
- Infrastructure System knowledge gained in a professional services/project organisation and/or technical environment.
- Proven experience of the following technologies:
o Network hardware including cabling, switching, routing and firewall functionality (Cisco and Fortigate preferred)
o Routing protocols and technologies including MPLS, BGP, OSPF, RIP and RIPv2
o SD-WAN technologies
- Experience in planning and implementing systems and network integrations and cloud migrations.
- Significant experience of working in a multidisciplinary team with a focus on networking and collaboration.
- Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve network outages
- Knowledge of IT Security fundamentals.
Benefits
- Flexible/Remote working opportunities
- Onsite gym
- Excellent opportunities for ongoing development and progression
- Local and online discounts
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Network Architect – Crewe/Remote – Up to £80k
Interviewing and onboarding for this role will be going ahead remotely while Covid-19 restrictions are in place.