Network Engineer Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A Network Engineer, or Network Administrator, is responsible for designing, installing and maintaining digital communication networks within an organisation. Their duties include establishing wireless networks, developing digital communication networks and improving cyber-security.  

 

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Network Engineer duties and responsibilities 

Network Engineers are responsible for all digital communication and the IT networks that allow companies to communicate both internally and externally. They are expected to install new systems to improve the company’s communication structure while maintaining the upkeep of existing networks. Other duties and responsibilities of a Network Engineer include:

  • Establishing and maintaining IT and digital communication infrastructure, including wireless or LAN networks
  • Establishing and maintaining digital communication software, including email, user logins and passwords; this includes setting up new employees with company email accounts and providing them with access to the network, as well as troubleshooting for existing employees.
  • Training new staff to operate within the company’s IT systems and ensuring that new staff are aware of company communication policies
  • Making sure that the networks are protected from malware and viruses, identifying areas that might be under threat and areas where security can be improved, keeping up to date on ever-changing cyber-threats
  • Installing and maintaining firewalls, establishing and maintaining company-wide access policies to the internet
  • Providing technical support and assistance to employees.
  • Performing analysis and collecting data to establish the potential for improvements within the communication networks
  • Working with third-party providers to keep the networks running efficiently
  • Maintaining the company’s phone system and working closely with the phone service provider to keep the lines active

 

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Example 1

We are working with a forward-thinking and well renowned independent Security and Communications Company operating across the UK in their recruitment of an additional Network Engineer.

My client specialises in driving digital transformation and integration across the life safety, security and communications industry.

Due to the company’s continued success and current growth, they are looking to add an additional Network Engineer to its engineering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Network Engineer looking to develop their career and in a business that invests heavily in their staff’s training and development.

The Network Engineer will work in a highly professional engineering team for my client’s customers, who include universities, estates, homes, public spaces and the Armed Forces.

You’ll be working on their IT networks, PABX systems, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, CCTV infrastructure and related systems

As a Network Engineer, you’ll also be responsible for the accurate completion of documentation and the submission of reports through the company’s systems.

We are looking for experience of IT networks.

Knowledge of PABX systems, CCTV and security systems would be beneficial, though full training will be given.

The successful candidate will need a valid Full UK driving Licence.

My client offers a competitive salary, depending on skills and experience, with a whole range of benefits including enrolment into the company pension scheme, Life and Accident Insurance, a Medical Cash Plan, Company Vehicle (Tesla), Sky and much more.

If you feel you meet the requirements for this Network Technician role, then apply today.

This Network Technician vacancy is being advertised on behalf of RecruitME which are acting as a recruitment agency.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of RecruitME who are acting as a recruitment agency.

RecruitME is committed to equal opportunity and diversity and embraces applications from all sections of society, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender identity, sex, disability, marital status, religion, or belief.

RecruitME is also committed to work alongside veterans and ex-servicemen and women.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company car
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

    Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence ID: CGneten
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    Example 2

    Comex 2000 is currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Network Engineer to join our Networks team based nationally.

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    What are we looking for?

    Are you a committed, hard-working and eager to learn individual? Then come join the Comex 2000 family!

    We are looking for someone who has prior experience of working with the cable TV industry but we would be happy to provide all necessary training to enthusiastic, professional, customer oriented candidates coming from other back grounds. This role is a field based position and will require travelling throughout the UK.

    This role will involve external work and as such, you should be physically fit, customer focused, with excellent communication skills and a "right first time" attitude to the work you do.

    More specifically;

    · Ability to take direction from supervisor/management and execute works in an efficient manner

    · Proactive in the resolution of engineering obstacles, conferring with supervisor

    · Customer focused with a professional outward attitude

    · Flexibility to undertake works outside core working hours

    · Full driving license

    · Ability to learn new skills quickly with training.

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    What will you be doing?

    As a Network Engineer, your core responsibilities will be –

    · Upgrading and commissioning of network amplifiers on HFC networks

    · Identifying noise ingress on the network using specified test equipment

    · Jdsu- Cmt2800-Vex meters

    · Identification of individual active customer drop cables thru a catv toning process with corrective measures taken to reduce noise

    · Knowledge of VM network architecture – Teleste – Phillips- SA – Arris etc desirable

    · Self audit all work and ensure it meets all applicable technical and operational quality standards

    · Work efficiently and tidily, maintain a clean environment and at all times be polite to the customer

    · Complete work that meets the required quality standards

    · Complete work to agreed time scales

    · Comply with Health & Safety standards

    · Ensure that all work activities comply with environmental regulations

    · Ensure the use of plant and tools are conducted in a safe manner, meeting the requirements for operation of the specific equipment

    · Conduct daily checks of vehicles in line with company Transport Policy

    · Ensure vehicles are not over-loaded or otherwise pose a risk

    · Conduct daily checks of plant and tools, ensure they are safe to use and where applicable carry valid calibration certificates

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    What can we give back to you?
  • PAYE competitive salary

  • As well as your traditional benefits such as holidays and pension schemes, our core is to invest in our employee’s development through continuous training and up-skilling

  • Offering career development and opportunities for progression through the business

  • Access to exclusive events, shopping deals, giveaways and travel discounts

  • Heavily discounted Virgin Media products, including broadband and TV services

  • Refer a Friend scheme offering cash bonuses of up to £1000

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    Who are we?

    Comex 2000 UK Ltd is a well-established major strategic partner of choice within the telecommunication sector, specialising in network installation and maintenance and are one of Virgin Media’s preferred contract partners.

    At Comex2000 UK we believe that the diversity of our workforce adds to the company culture, embracing the various experiences and perspectives of our employees. We continue to drive diversity and encourage opportunities for employment through our close partnerships with ex-military and women engineering institutions.

    We want to continue building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse culture of our customers and community.

    We believe that our dedication to the continuous investment in people and technology keeps us at the forefront of the telecommunications industry. This approach has allowed us to grow both in culture and size.

    We are on the look-out for an enthusiastic, professional and customer-oriented individuals who can join and strengthen our ever-growing team.

    Privacy Notice:

    Please ensure you have reviewed our privacy notice before applying by following the below link:

    [website]

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Licence (required)
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    Example 3

    Undertaking onsite/remote security audit and assurance activities on third party
    suppliers where requested to do so by the business
    Provide Network and security SME advice, guidance and support , attending design and change board meetings where requested

    Assist in network design and implementation as well as integration to internal and
    third party systems
    Installation, configuration, maintenance and reliable operation of networks ensuring
    user access to the services they need, network availability and acceptable response
    times
    Troubleshoot network errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and
    resolutions, prioritising problems, and assessing impact of incidents
    Manage, optimise and maintain the network-monitoring tool in order to ensure
    complete monitoring of network, services, hardware and applications to provide
    optimal performance and consistent end user experience
    Provide documentation and technical specifications to other IT staff for planning and
    implementing new or upgrades of IT infrastructure
    Lead desktop and helpdesk support efforts, making sure all desktop applications,
    workstations, and related equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner with
    limited disruptions
    Support disaster recovery and back-up initiative by capacity planning network
    throughput for remote service restoration
    Evaluate and recommend security improvements and system upgrades, monitor
    policies and enforce adherence

    · Development of network solution designs to meet a complex mix of customer requirements.

    · Contributing to architectural documentation as part of high- and low-level system designs

    · Preparation and participation in key technical review events during the systems development life-cycle;

    · Technical stakeholder engagement with clients, peers, 3rd party delivery partners and vendors as required.
  • Cisco certification CCNP/CCIE or equivalent commercial experience
  • Extensive Network skills across on-premises and cloud-based technologies
  • In depth knowledge of network security, best practices, and technologies.
  • LAN and WAN technologies and protocols.
  • MPLS, Routing (BGP, OSPF), VRF.
  • SD-WAN and relevant connectivity knowledge.
  • CISCO (LAN, MAN, WAN): Cisco Switches and Routers IOS.
  • EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRFs, QOS, routing, switching.
  • Firewalls, Cisco ASA and PaloAlto
  • Internet/IPSEC VPN.
  • Wifi, HPE Aruba essential

    · Palo Alto experience essential*, ideally having experience with PAN-OS - Panorama

    · Experience in supporting MPLS and SD-Wan Technologies

    · Any experience in migrating to Palo Alto from Cisco or other products advantageous

    · Creation of Firewall rules and policies

    · Any Cisco certifications - CCNA - CCNP - useful

    · Any use of - Cisco DNA, Cisco ISE and Cisco SDA

    · Ideally holding Palo Alto Certification - PCCSE, PCNSE, PCSAE, PCNSA

    · Checkpoint / Cisco Switches / Meraki / Azure / VPN / Web proxy / ISP Management / ADSL Routers

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: £26,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Maidenhead, SL6 0LB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work ID: 1
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    Example 4

    Capital Outsourcing Groups client is currently looking to recruit the very best talent and have a unique opportunity for Trainee & Experienced Fibre Engineersto join their expanding team.

    The telecommunications Industry offers a long term career and this role will offer the entry level experience into this ever evolving industry.

    You will receive paid first class accredited industry training on our clients two week residential course, which are held at regular intervals.

    Responsibilities:

  • To execute the work safely to the required standards and client specifications
  • To maximise the number of installations to client’s specifications & meet strict deadline dates
  • To always deal with the client’s customers in a friendly supportive way and ensure customer complaints are reported to the relevant Supervisor as a matter of urgency.
  • To maintain vehicles/equipment/tools to a good standard ensuring they give a good impression of our company.

    Applicants with the following skills would be of a benefit:

  • Previous Telecoms experience
  • Experience within a hands on trade
  • Excellent customer service skills, as you will be visiting private households.
  • Be motivated and be able to work independently as well be a team player.
  • Be comfortable and willing to work at heights when required.

    You will need to have:

  • Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on your licence.
  • The right to work in the UK
  • A willingness to learn and a positive attitude

    What’s on offer for successful candidates?

  • Competitive earning potential - £ 30000 - £40000 per year OTE
  • Fully paid training
  • Full tooling, PPE and uniform
  • Fully expensed and maintained company vehicle
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Excellent career progression opportunities

    If you believe that you are the right fit, have the skills and expertise to add to the existing team and are looking to join a Company where progression is a core value, please contact the Capital Outsourcing Group on 0121 796 4246 to fast track your application, Monday - Friday 8.30am-5pm

    Alternatively, please click "Apply"

    Please note, if you do not hear from us following your application after 5 working days, please assume you are unsuccessful

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Company car

    Application question(s):
  • What is your postcode?
  • Are you able to start on UK Manual Driving Licence (required)
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    What does a Network Engineer do? 

    A Network Engineer controls and maintains computer networks and any computer infrastructures that are related to hardware and software programs, configurations and software structures. They typically work in an office setting and spend most of their day at a desk working on a computer. Sometimes they outsource their service to two or more companies, requiring them to travel regularly to visit individual business locations. 

    Network Engineer skills and qualifications 

    A successful Network Engineer candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications including: 

    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to make technical information easy to understand
    • Ability to work well both individually and in a team
    • Customer service skills if providing external support
    • Excellent logic and reasoning skills
    • Detailed computer and IT skills
    • Qualifications in computer sciences, communications, or mathematics
    • Cisco qualification or equivalent technical qualifications

     

    Network Engineer experience requirements 

    Network engineers are usually required to have several years of experience in the IT and communication sector. IT support experience, computer repair experience or experience developing software solutions is useful. Senior Network Engineers are typically required to have over five years of experience working within a Network Engineer role or IT support role. Those who want to work as Wireless Network Engineers need to have experience in wireless standards, protocols and equipment. They should be specialised in wireless technologies, including Wireless Access Point (WAP), Wi-Fi and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMax). 

     

    Network Engineer education and training requirements 

    Network engineers need to have at least a bachelor’s degree in areas such as computer systems engineering, network security management, information technology or computer science. Continuing education is also important for Network Engineers, as this field continues to change with new programs and systems being released regularly. 

    Network Engineers are also required to complete on-the-job training while working in entry-level IT positions, as most companies expect them to have an existing in-depth knowledge of a variety of systems and programs. Many companies also require Network Engineers to have industry-approved certifications, such as the Cisco Certified Network Associate certifications and Professional CompTIA Network certifications. 

     

    Network Engineer salary expectations 

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Network Engineer is £39,605 per year. Salary may be dependent on experience, location and company.  

     

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    Network Engineer Job description FAQs

     

    What is the difference between a Network Engineer and a Network Technician?

    A Network Engineer is responsible for developing infrastructure and software within a company’s communications network. A Network Technician, on the other hand, is responsible for maintaining the network infrastructure and providing technical support, rather than developing software and systems. 

     

    Are Cisco or CompTIA Network qualifications preferred?

    Cisco and CompTIA Network qualifications are both industry-approved qualifications that provide relevant training and knowledge for candidates to work in a Network Engineer role. The Cisco qualifications are Cisco system-specific, whereas the CompTIA qualifications are more wide-ranging. The preferred qualification will depend on the system that the company already has in place. 

     

    Who does a Network Engineer report to?

    A Network Engineer is a part of wider communication or IT department within the company. They usually report to a Senior Network Engineer, or to a senior member of the department. In smaller companies, the Network Engineer works as the lead member, or only member of the equivalent department and consequently will have more freedom and flexibility. 

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