Project Overview:
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This role involves working on a key project to migrate from an MPLS network to an SDWAN solution. The client operates within the manufacturing sector and requires a skilled Networking Engineer to lead and execute this critical migration.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and manage the migration from MPLS to SDWAN.
* Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot LAN environments, particularly with Cisco equipment.
* Utilize SilverPeak Edge Connect (HPE Edge Connect) for SDWAN configurations and optimizations.
* Ensure thorough documentation of processes, configurations, and changes.
* Collaborate with the internal IT team and stakeholders across the organization to deliver the project on time.
Must-Have Skills:
* LAN Expertise: Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment.
* SDWAN Expertise: Strong knowledge and experience with SilverPeak Edge Connect (now HPE Edge Connect).
* Documentation Skills: Ability to produce high-quality, detailed technical documentation.
* Work Ethic: Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to delivering quality work.
Strongly Preferred Skills:
* Palo Alto Prisma Access: Familiarity with Palo Alto’s cloud-delivered security solution.
* Manufacturing Experience: Previous experience working in manufacturing environments, understanding their unique networking and operational challenges.
Role Details:
* Location: Remote, with very occasional travel to EU sites and occasional meetings at the Reading HQ.
* Rate: £400 - £450 per day.
* IR35 Status: Outside IR35.
* Contract Length: February to December 2025.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Networking Engineer to contribute to a transformative project in a fast-paced environment.