Senior Network Engineer

About the job

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer to join our experienced team.

What do we look for in a Senior Network Engineer?

Do you feel comfortable building and supporting production LANs as well as global WANs?

Can you implement firewall rules based on bespoke application requirements?

Are you a tinkerer capable of lab and POC testing for new technologies, and proficient with CLI?

Do you want to work in an organization that employs the latest technologies and incorporates solutions innovatively?

Are you ready to learn about Secure by Design methodologies from a company working in National Security & Defence?

Essential Skills:

• Implementation and Support of Wide Area Network Architecture
• Network Routing Protocols - OSPF, BGP
• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Network Security Infrastructure - e.g., IKEv2, NGFWs
• Creating configuration guides and implementing from High Level and Low Level Designs

Desirable Skills:

• Implementation and Support of Data Centre Network Architecture - Spine/Leaf Fabric, EVPN, BGP, Geneve
• High Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPE)
• Infrastructure Automation and Orchestration technologies (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)
• Whitebox Network Infrastructure (e.g., Mellanox, Cumulus Linux, Nvidia Networking)
• Support and Troubleshooting of NSX
• Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience

Why SIXWORKS?

SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specializing in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions in highly secure environments.

We are committed to accelerating innovation and adoption of secure digital technology to enhance the operational agility of Defence and National Security.

This is an exciting time for us, with ambitious growth plans. We are seeking talented, motivated, and passionate individuals to join our team on this journey.

Why join SiXworks?

Our team combines senior operational, technical, and business leaders from various industries and armed forces, supported by a talented group of IT engineers, architects, developers, and project managers. Together, we drive digital innovation!

Our expertise includes Secure-by-Design, cloud computing, advanced network and infrastructure design, rapid application development, cross-security systems, high-performance computing, data platforms, cyber vulnerability mitigation, and intelligence systems.

We provide vendor-agnostic technical and business consultancy, championing open-source and best-of-breed technologies.

Due to the secure nature of the position and environment, candidates must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance.

More details on UK Security Clearance can be found here .

SiXworks, now an IBM subsidiary, will be integrated into IBM. By applying, you agree that your personal data may be shared within IBM subsidiaries involved in your recruitment. More info on IBM's data protection policies is available here .