Average Network Engineer salary in the UK

Network Engineer with key skills in enterprise networking, Cisco routing & switching, NVIDIA Mellanox and modern data centre networking is sought by a high growth technology organisation based near Worcester. Working within national infrastructure, this Network Engineer will join a close-knit technical team delivering secure, high-performance networking solutions across business-critical and highly secure environments. On a day-to-day basis, this Network Engineer will work across high-performance routing and switching environments including Cisco Catalyst 9300 switching platforms, Cisco Firepower 2100 Series appliances running Firepower Threat Defence (FTD), alongside NVIDIA Mellanox Ethernet switches running Cumulus Linux. This role would suit an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in enterprise networking who enjoys solving complex routing, switching, firewall and connectivity problems and is comfortable combining hands-on engineering with customer engagement. In return, this Network Engineer can expect a dynamic, engaging and technically challenging environment with excellent progression opportunities and the autonomy to take ownership of complex networking projects using modern data centre technologies. This Network Engineer should have most of the following key skills: - Strong enterprise networking experience across routing & switching - Expert-level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRRP/HSRP and Spanning Tree - Strong understanding of QoS, Multicast, IPv4/IPv6 and High Availability networking - Hands-on experience with NVIDIA Mellanox Ethernet switches running Cumulus Linux, ideally including MSN2100, MSN3420 or MSN2201 - Experience installing, configuring and supporting Cisco Catalyst 9300 switching platforms - Experience configuring, administering and troubleshooting Cisco Firepower 2100 Series appliances running Firepower Threat Defence (FTD) - Modern data centre networking experience including EVPN, VXLAN, MLAG and Leaf-Spine architectures - Experience producing technical documentation, implementation plans, network diagrams and operational procedures - Experience working within secure, business-critical or air-gapped network environments would be a real plus - Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to take ownership of technical projects - Infrastructure as Code using Ansible This Network Engineer will receive: - Starting salary of up to £65,000 - Remote first working environment (when not on-site) - Generous private pension scheme - Bonus scheme - Private healthcare - Training budget & time allocation - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Exposure to cutting-edge networking and data centre technologies So if you are a Network Engineer who likes the idea of joining a technically challenging, high growth organisation offering excellent project ownership within a collaborative and autonomous environment, please apply now to be considered. Network Engineer Worcester Network Engineer, Cisco, CCNP, CCIE, Routing, Switching, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VRRP, HSRP, Spanning Tree, QoS, Multicast, IPv4, IPv6, Cisco Catalyst 9300, Cisco Firepower, Firepower 2100, FTD, NVIDIA, Mellanox, Cumulus Linux, EVPN, VXLAN, MLAG, Leaf-Spine, Ansible, Linux, VMware, ESXi, Network Automation

Network Engineer - Managed Services£60,000 - £65,000 Per AnnumWe're looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join a highly skilled NOC team within a leading technology solutions provider. You'll support a diverse customer base across sectors including finance, manufacturing, utilities and retail, working across networking, infrastructure, cloud, virtualisation and security.The RoleProvide technical support across complex customer environments and managed services.Troubleshoot and resolve network and infrastructure incidents.Contribute to solution design, HLD/LLD, implementations and technical projects.Act as a technical escalation point and subject matter expert.Work within an ITIL-based service environment, supporting SLAs, KPIs and change/problem management.Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota.Build strong customer relationships and deliver a high level of technical service.Occasionally travel to customer sites, data centres and offices in Milton Keynes/Watford.Key Skills We're looking for experience across several of the following:Cisco / CCNP-level networking & Nexus switchingCisco ASA/FirepowerFortinet, Check Point or Palo Alto firewallsAWS and/or AzureWindows/Linux serversVMware ESXi/vSANLoad balancing and network monitoringDefender / Sentinel / SIEMHLD/LLD documentationITIL, incident/change/problem managementAbout You You'll be a proactive, self-motivated Network Engineer with:Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and customer-facing abilityThe confidence to work independently and take ownershipA resilient, can-do attitudeRelevant networking qualifications, ideally CCNP or equivalent This is a great opportunity to work across a broad technology landscape, gain exposure to complex enterprise environments and develop your career within a technically strong managed services team.please send your CV to

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim Network Engineer to join a global engineering business on a 6-month Inside IR35 contract.Working in an enterprise environment, you will support critical network infrastructure across the UK and EMEA, delivering network modernisation, site expansion and infrastructure improvement projects while ensuring the security, performance and availability of business-critical services.Client DetailsMichael Page is partnered with a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation, delivering innovative solutions that support critical transport and infrastructure networks across international markets.With a strong focus on technology, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the business invests heavily in modernising its IT and network infrastructure to support future growth.Operating across multiple UK and international locations, the organisation offers employees the opportunity to work within a complex enterprise environment on business-critical systems, large-scale projects, and cutting-edge technologies.DescriptionAs the Interim Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, support, and optimisation of enterprise network infrastructure. Working closely with regional IT teams, you'll provide both BAU support and project delivery across multiple sites.Key responsibilities include:Supporting and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure across UK and EMEA locations.Troubleshooting network performance, availability, and security issues.Delivering network improvement and infrastructure refresh projects.Installing, configuring, and maintaining routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, and SD-WAN solutions.Managing network changes through ITIL-aligned change management processes.Producing and maintaining technical documentation.Supporting manufacturing and operational technology environments.Working with ServiceNow, Jira and other project management tools.The role will be based at the Derby HQ, ideally 5 days per weekTravelling to sites across the UK as required.You'll gain exposure to a broad range of technologies including:Cisco Routing & SwitchingCisco WirelessCisco ISEInfobloxPalo Alto FirewallsHPE Aruba EdgeConnect (Silver Peak) SD-WANEnterprise WAN and MPLS environmentsDatacentre networking technologiesOperational Technology (OT) and manufacturing systemsProfileWe're looking for an Interim Network Engineer with strong enterprise infrastructure experience and a passion for delivering reliable, secure network services.Key skills and experience:CCNA certified as a minimum (CCNP highly desirable).5+ years' experience in network engineering roles.Strong Cisco routing and switching experience.Expertise with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP and other routing protocols.Experience with WAN technologies and SD-WAN solutions.Knowledge of VPN technologies, IPSEC and network security.Experience supporting Cisco and/or Palo Alto firewall environments.Strong troubleshooting and network analysis capabilities.Wireless networking design and support experience.Exposure to datacentre networking and Cisco Nexus technologies would be advantageous.Job OfferDaily rate of £450 to £500, dependent on the level of experience.Temporary position offering flexibility and project-based experience.6 month contract (likely extension).Inside IR35.If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.