Network Engineer

KBC Technologies UK LTD
Leeds, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Access
Bash
Catalyst
Configuration Management
Profiling
Ethernet
Github
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Wonderware
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
Network Security
Modbus
Network Architecture
OLE for Process Control
Ansible
SAP Sales and Distribution
SharePoint
Virtual Local Area Networks
Wide Area Networks
Identity Services Engine
Tia Portal
Gitlab-ci
Terraform
Cisco networks
Jenkins

Job description

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance networks across IT and OT environments. You will collaborate with engineering and operational teams to deploy Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, and automation solutions, ensuring robust connectivity and compliance with industrial cybersecurity standards., * Design, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst switching (IOS-XE), VLANs, STP/RSTP, port security, and QoS.

  • Implement and manage Cisco SD-WAN / Catalyst SD-WANsolutions, including policy templates, VPN segmentation, and WAN edge configuration.
  • Deploy and operate Cisco SD-Access (SDA) fabric, including design, commissioning, and lifecycle management.
  • Utilize Cisco Catalyst Centre for device management, monitoring, and automation workflows.
  • Support OT network architectures, including Purdue Model and IT/OT DMZ designs.
  • Work with industrial protocols: Modbus, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, IEC 61850, OPC-UA.
  • Write Terraform configurations for network provisioning and automate deployments using Python or Bash scripts.
  • Collaborate in CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or equivalent.
  • Administer Cisco ISE for AAA, profiling, and TrustSec policies.
  • Implement configuration management using Ansible, Terraform, and/or Cisco NSO.
  • Ensure adherence to industrial cybersecurity standards: IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIS2.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot network issues across Layers 2-7 and SCADA/ICS environments (Ignition, Wonderware, Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell FactoryTalk).

Requirements

We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco technologies, SD-WAN, SD-Access, and industrial/OT networks to join our team and drive innovative projects for our client, * Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst switches, SD-WAN, SD-Access, and network automation.

  • Proven experience in industrial/OT network environments and familiarity with OT protocols.
  • Proficient in Python, Bash, Terraform, Ansible, or other network automation tools.
  • Strong understanding of network security and compliance frameworks for industrial environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • Cisco certifications (CCNP/CCIE) preferred.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge network infrastructure projects.
  • Exposure to hybrid IT/OT networks and industrial cybersecurity.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.

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