About this role
🚨 Network Security Engineer - Secure Environment
📍 On-site | £55,000 + Shift Allowance + Bonus + Package
🕒 24/7 Shift Pattern | British Citizens only
We're looking for a Network Security Engineer who's passionate about defending critical systems in a fast-paced, secure environment. If you're ready to step into a hands-on, operational role with real impact - this could be the move for you.
💼 The Role
As part of a 24/7 internal security response team, you'll help protect complex network infrastructure from evolving threats. You'll support incident response, work closely with SOC analysts, and fine-tune key security tools to improve overall resilience. This role isn't just reactive - you'll also help design, implement and maintain secure network solutions.
🔧 What You'll Be Doing
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Managing and troubleshooting firewalls (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco)
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Supporting proxies (Bluecoat, F5), VPNs, and load balancing
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Monitoring traffic and analysing logs (using tools like PRTG, Nagios, etc.)
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Responding to incidents, tuning systems, and supporting change requests
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Collaborating with cyber and infrastructure teams to improve network defences
✅ What You'll Need
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Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, routing/switching)
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Hands-on experience with firewalls and secure proxy solutions
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Understanding of security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS, MFA, etc.)
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Familiarity with monitoring tools and packet capture analysis
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Eligibility for DV clearance (British citizens only, no extended time abroad)
🌟 What's On Offer
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Salary circa £55,000 + shift allowance
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Bonus up to £2,500
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Pension up to 14% total contribution
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Paid overtime opportunities
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Up to 15 days flexi-leave + enhanced parental benefits
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5 days per week on-site | Subsidised meals + free parking
This role is ideal for someone from a defence, government or highly secure environment background who thrives in operational security and wants to work with meaningful tech and tight-knit teams.
📩 Apply now to find out more - even if your CV isn't quite up to date.
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Technology
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
BBBH134096
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Expiry date
21 September 2025

Your consultant is
Gordon Waddell
Practice Manager
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Email
[email protected] -
Phone
07701 305 329 -
LinkedIn
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