Job Description

Network Engineer

Location: Basingstoke – Onsite 5 days per week

Salary: £56,000 + 5% annual bonus + 10% DV clearance bonus

Must be holding an active SC (Security Check) Clearance!

We are recruiting on behalf of a renowned global technology leader dedicated to creating secure, sustainable solutions for critical infrastructure in high-stakes environments. This organisation is committed to harnessing innovation to foster trust and reliability across defence and government sectors, and they are searching for a talented Network Engineer to join their Basingstoke team.

About the Role

As a Network Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of the technical support team, responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex network incidents within a secure, shared-service environment. This role is suited for a Cisco-certified network professional with hands-on experience in configuring, installing, and troubleshooting network systems using Cisco, Fortinet, and ideally Juniper technologies. You will ensure network stability and resilience, particularly for systems operating in mission-critical contexts, supporting high service uptime and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, install, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and ASA devices, as well as Fortinet FortiGate and Juniper SRX firewalls.

• Resolve 3rd line network incidents and provide root cause analysis for complex issues across cross-domain services.

• Support live-service network environments with a focus on military-grade resilience and high availability.

• Collaborate within a small but growing team of infrastructure engineers, working directly with the 3rd Line Support Manager.

Ideal Candidate

• Cisco Certified (CCNA or equivalent) with substantial experience in Cisco and Fortinet technologies; familiarity with Juniper SRX is highly desirable.

• Proficient in network protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.

• Strong knowledge of NAT, GRE Tunneling, DMVPN, subnetting, and supernetting.

• Previous experience supporting network infrastructure in defence or similarly high-stakes environments is an asset.

Benefits

• Annual salary of £56,000 plus a 5% annual bonus.

• Additional 10% DV clearance bonus upon obtaining DV clearance.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, double-matching pension contributions up to 10%, and flexible benefits.

• Supportive, inclusive environment with a commitment to personal and professional development.

Recruitment Process

The hiring process includes a single onsite interview. Candidates will need to hold SC clearance to start and will progress to DV clearance upon joining.

For any further questions feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI