Description
Network Engineer
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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in defence, government, safety and security, and transportation. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
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Based primarily at our customer’s site you will be providing network changes and upgrades as part of the programme’s Normal Change Team, owning and leading on a variety of change tasks and projects.
The preferred candidate will have a range of knowledge and experience in the administration of a service based on Cisco products, be an expert on Network topology and a desire to learn (if required) additional complementary technologies.
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Normal Change Network Engineer will work alone and / or as part of a team depending on the size and complexity of the change task to deliver network changes in a demanding environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Thorough and demonstrable understanding of Cisco Enterprise LAN environments, 3rd line support level including, deployment, administration and troubleshooting. Ideally to a CCNP and CCDP level.
Focusing on Secure LAN environments including security boundaries and rulesets
Must have a good understanding of WAN connectivity and routing protocols also with experience and understanding of the implementation, configuration and management of virtual and physical networking solutions
Hand on experience in troubleshooting Layer 2/3 switching and routing,
Hands on experience in configuring and troubleshooting HSRP, VPC, VDC, STP, BGP, OSPF and other key mainstream protocols
Hands on experience in configuring and troubleshooting Sidewinders and ASAv firewalls
Platform focus: Cisco Nexus 9300 series and Catalyst switches
Excellent communications skills, organisational skills and independent and autonomous working
Have the ability to tackle complex problems and incidents
Experience in ITIL ICT service delivery on critical infrastructure
Experience of working under pressure to meet deadlines while handling multiple priorities
Experiencing in patch management including analysis and deployment
YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE:
Hands on experience in configuring and troubleshooting of MPLS networks
Hands on experience in configuring and troubleshooting Palo Alto, ASAv and Juniper Firewalls
Thorough and demonstrable understanding of Juniper Enterprise LAN environments, to both design and 3rd line support level including, deployment, administration and troubleshooting. Ideally to a JNCIP level.;
* Have experience of working in security cleared environments/working in Defence;
* Have excellent analysis and problem solving skills, taking ownership of complex incidents ensuring these are resolved to the satisfaction of the customer;
* Strong focus on delivering value to customers;
* Possess excellent communication skills, ideally able to communicate technical issues to less technical staff and managers;
* Have experience in providing support to others, including Service Desk Analysts and Second Line Engineers;
* Proactive working attitude;
* Have experience of producing and updating technical documentation to a high standard;
Occasional travel to other Leidos and customer sites may be required. Keeping an eye on the technology landscape is essential, too – identification of new and relevant technologies to solve problems and make improvements is part of the job. We believe innovation is the lifeblood of customer value – we are all catalysts for innovation and improvement and committed to continuous improvement in everything we do.
Clearance Required:
This role will require DV clearance.
For more information and guidance please visit : https://government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
•    Contributory Pension Scheme
•    Private Medical Insurance
•    33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
•    Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
•    Dynamic Working 
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture.  We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.  If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
Leidos is agrowing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the techno