Network Engineer (Fortinet & Cisco) - 3-Month Contract (Possible Extension)
Location: Nottingham (50% Onsite)
Contract Duration: Initial 3 months (potential 3-month extension)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Type: Contract
Role Overview:
We are seeking two Network Engineers with strong troubleshooting expertise in Firewall, routing, and switching to support our client in their transition from a Legacy network to an SD-Access fabric. The ideal candidates will have significant hands-on experience with Fortinet Firewalls, particularly in FortiManager (Fortinet GUI), and be proficient in Cisco networking, including firmware upgrades on Cisco Switches.
This role requires 50% onsite presence in Nottingham, with the remainder worked remotely.
Key Responsibilities:
* Troubleshoot and resolve network issues related to Firewalls, routing, and switching.
* Work extensively with Fortinet Firewalls (FortiManager) to manage, configure, and optimize security policies.
* Handle BGP configuration and troubleshooting, ensuring network stability and resilience.
* Support the migration from a Legacy network to SD-Access fabric.
* Upgrade and maintain Cisco Switches, including firmware updates and performance tuning.
* Collaborate with internal IT teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless implementation of network changes.
* Provide technical expertise and documentation for ongoing network projects.
Key Skills & Experience:
* Strong troubleshooting skills in Firewall, routing, and switching.
* Expertise in Fortinet Firewalls, particularly FortiManager GUI.
* Deep understanding of BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) and its troubleshooting.
* Hands-on experience with Cisco Switches, including firmware upgrades.
* Experience with SD-Access fabric migration.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with other Cisco networking technologies (eg, SD-WAN, Nexus Switches).
* Familiarity with network automation and Scripting tools.
* Experience in enterprise network environments.
Contract Details:
Location: Nottingham (50% onsite, 50% remote)
Duration: 3-month initial contract (possible extension for another 3 months)
Start Date: ASAP
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