OverviewSenior Networks Engineer Infrastructure Operations - FCDO Services - SEO – Manchester DigitalLocation: Hanslope, South East England, MK19 7BHJob summary: As a senior network engineer you would be expected to have a good working knowledge of the following network technologies: Cisco ASA; Palo Alto Firewalls; Big IP (F5); Network Protocols; Cisco Switching, Routing, Security and wireless technologies; Knowledge of Virtual Environments and virtual network solutions (i.e. VMWare, Azure).Job DescriptionYou would be expected to have the ability to design, configure and implement to the business requirements. Able to work effectively under pressure to deadlines, with rapidly changing priorities and workloads. You’ll work closely with project managers, developers, incident and problem managers, as well as external suppliers, translating technical terminology and building trusted relationships. Whether optimising systems, escalating service issues, or producing high and low-level documentation, you’ll communicate clearly and with authority– all while maintaining your own professional growth, keeping pace with the latest technologies and best practices. Oversee IT operations that protect millions. A natural-born leader, you’ll help develop a team of engineers – from setting direction, to coaching individuals, and driving high performance. Balancing people management with hands-on technical work, you’ll manage and prioritise day-to-day tasks while ensuring requirements are met and incidents are resolved quickly. Where issues are complex or unprecedented, you’ll bring your expertise and initiative to find solutions that stick. You’ll mentor junior colleagues, share your expertise, and support senior engineers when needed – all while maintaining your own professional growth, keeping pace with the latest technologies and best practices. You’re confident working in secure, complex environments and bring a strong background in networking and infrastructure. From firewalls to cloud platforms, you’re comfortable designing, configuring, and supporting solutions that keep systems resilient. Detail matters to you. Whether you’re managing protocols or troubleshooting across networks, you’ll bring precision and reliability to everything you do. You’re also comfortable producing documentation, reporting on key performance measures, and sharing your knowledge with others. Adaptable, proactive, and always developing your skills, you’ll bring both technical expertise and leadership to everything you do.ResponsibilitiesDesign, configure and implement network solutions to meet business requirements; manage and prioritise day-to-day tasks; resolve incidents quickly.Oversee IT operations and lead a team of engineers; provide direction, coaching and high-performance delivery.Collaborate with project managers, developers, incident and problem managers, and external suppliers; translate technical terminology and build trusted relationships.Produce high and low-level documentation; identify opportunities to improve processes and services; mentor junior colleagues.Qualifications and SkillsExperience in support and design in highly secure environmentsCisco Switching, Routing, Security and wireless technologiesNetwork Protocols TCP/IP, BGP, ICMP, OSPF, IPSECCisco ASA Firewall Administration and designCisco Firepower (NGFW)Palo Alto Firewall administrationKnowledge of Virtual Environments and virtual network solutions (e.g., VMWare)Experience in Cisco ISE and PRIMEBIG IP F5 Administration / Configuration – LTM, ASMNetwork Monitoring PRTGCisco ACIAzure / AWS experienceSecurity and VettingEvery single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful, you’ll undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. More details at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/Benefits and DiversityWe offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. You’ll have access to training and other development opportunities. Offices may include on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant. Interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes are available. We are a Disability Confident employer and a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. We value a diverse team and inclusive culture.Application and Closing DateClosing date: 05/10/2025Other notesCandidates judged close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services with a potential skills match. #J-18808-Ljbffr