Network Systems Engineer

Our client is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic network engineer to join their team based around Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of the requirements below. If you feel that you are capable, I would love to hear from you and discuss the position in full.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, configure and manage the organisation's network infrastructure, including LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Identify and address issues to ensure high availability, reliability, and optimal performance.
• Deploy and maintain the systems' infrastructure, including servers, storage solutions, operating systems, virtualisation platforms and cloud services.
• Manage network and systems capacity planning to accommodate growth and changing computing requirements.
• Collaborate with IT teams worldwide to develop integrated network and systems solutions aligned with business objectives and technology standards.
• Perform regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement necessary patches, updates, and security protocols.
• Design, implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Provide technical support to end-users and other IT teams, addressing network and systems-related incidents and challenges.
• Document network and systems configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and training.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in networking and systems engineering.
• Automate network and systems tasks using scripting languages and configuration management tools.
• Work with vendors and service providers for procurement, maintenance, and support of network and systems equipment and software.
• Install hardware for systems and users, as required.
• Packaging and deployment of applications and software updates.
• Identify, propose, contribute and manage IT projects for continuous improvement.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or relevant work experience for a minimum of five years.
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer/Administrator, Systems Engineer/Administrator, or similar role, demonstrating proficiency in both networking and systems administration.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and network security practices.
• Familiarity with various operating systems, including Windows and VMWare ESXi and experience in system administration.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing virtualisation platforms such as VMware.
• Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell) for network and systems automation and optimisation.
• Knowledge of hardware components, server architecture, and storage systems (SANs).
• Familiarity with security tools, encryption, certificates, PKI, authentication, and patch management for both networks and systems.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for diagnosing and resolving complex network and systems issues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities while adhering to deadlines.

Main benefits:

• Salary
• Life Assurance x 4 times annual salary
• Critical Illness x 2 times annual salary
• Westfield Health Cover - CashPlan and Hospital Plan
• Personal Private Pension (currently Scottish Widows).
• Salary Exchange.
• 5% company contribution
• 34 day holiday (includes public holidays)
• Contribution to fitness club or classes

Please send a copy of your CV for more information and to discuss your suitability.

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