Network Engineer

The Opportunity Experis is delivering a network infrastructure implementation across two education sites in the Glasgow/ Cumbernauld area and is looking for a Network Engineer to support the installation, configuration, migration and subsequent operational support of the environment. The role will initially be heavily project-focused, with engineers configuring equipment offsite before attending site to complete the network cutover and installation. Following implementation, the focus will move toward network management, infrastructure support, security and ticket resolution. Role at a Glance

• Contract: 6 months
• Location: Two client sites in the Glasgow / Cumbernauld area
• Working pattern: Onsite during the initial implementation phase; approximately weekly site attendance thereafter
• Project focus: Network installation, configuration, migration and support
• Experience: Typically 3–5 years' relevant networking experience
• Clearance: Enhanced DBS clearance required
• Interview: Two-stage interview process Key Responsibilities
• Prepare, configure and test network hardware prior to deployment.
• Install and configure network infrastructure across two client sites.
• Support the decommissioning of existing network infrastructure and the controlled cutover to the new environment.
• Configure network services and infrastructure to enable secure remote management and ongoing support.
• Manage and support switches, firewalls and associated network security controls.
• Work with Sophos firewall technology and Juniper switching, including Juniper Mist for switch management.
• Apply network security policies and support school-specific safeguarding technologies and controls.
• Support Microsoft-based infrastructure and Active Directory where required.
• Provide server and network support following the implementation phase.
• Investigate and resolve incidents and service tickets allocated by Experis.
• Work collaboratively with the existing client IT team, providing practical guidance and knowledge transfer where appropriate.
• Maintain clear technical documentation covering configuration, changes, incidents and support activities.
• Support scheduled maintenance and cutover activity, including some work outside standard daytime hours where required to minimise service disruption. Technical Experience & Skills
• 3–5 years' experience working in a network engineering, infrastructure or senior technical support environment.
• Hands-on experience installing, configuring and supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Practical experience with network switches and firewalls.
• Experience with Juniper switching is highly relevant, particularly Juniper Mist.
• Experience with Sophos firewalls is highly relevant.
• Understanding of network security principles, policies and secure infrastructure design.
• Exposure to OPNsense or comparable firewall/network security platforms would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting Microsoft environments and Active Directory.
• Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity, configuration and infrastructure issues methodically.
• Experience working on network migrations, installations or cutover projects. About You
• You are a hands-on Network Engineer or Senior Support Engineer who enjoys practical infrastructure work.
• You are comfortable working in live environments where careful planning, testing and controlled change are essential.
• You can communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You are patient and collaborative when working alongside an existing IT team and can share knowledge without overcomplicating technical issues.
• You are organised, dependable and able to move between project delivery and operational support.
• You are comfortable working onsite and travelling between two nearby client locations.