London Network Deployment Engineer

Network Deployment Engineer

Cisco Catalyst | Cisco Nexus | VMware NSX, | Firewall | Routing & Switching | Data Centre |

Onsite | London | EC2A 2NE

@mecscomms is hiring for an experienced contract IP Network Specialist to join a major enterprise networking programme supporting the deployment, implementation and support of complex infrastructure.

This is a highly hands-on role focused on network deployment, implementation and operational support. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating high-level (HLD) and low-level (LLD) technical designs into successful real-world deployments across enterprise, data centre and virtualised networking environments.

You will possess strong expertise across Routing & Switching technologies, Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Nexus platforms, together with experience deploying VMware NSX Distributed Firewall solutions within enterprise environments.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a Network Deployment Engineer, Network Implementation Engineer or Cisco Network Specialist (CCNA or CCNP) who enjoys practical delivery, troubleshooting and supporting large-scale enterprise networking programmes.

Role:

Network Deployment Engineer, Network Implementation Engineer, Cisco Network Engineer

Role Purpose:

Deploy, implement, migrate and support enterprise IP network infrastructure, ensuring successful delivery of networking solutions across routing, switching, data centre and virtualised environments whilst maintaining operational stability and service quality.

Location: On site, South East England, Greater London, City, EC2A 4NE

Role Type: Temporary, Contract, Full-Time

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 24 months+ temporary contract

Gross Rate: Negotiable pay rate, inside IR35

Technology Stack:

• Cisco Catalyst Switching Platforms
• Cisco Nexus Data Centre Switching
• Enterprise Routing & Switching
• VMware NSX
• VMware NSX Distributed Firewall (DFW)
• LAN & Data Centre Networking
• Network Migrations & Cutovers
• Enterprise IP Networking
• DNS
• SD-WAN

Core Activity:

• Deploy and support enterprise IP networking solutions
• Configure Cisco Catalyst, Nexus and VMware NSX environments
• Deliver network migrations, cutovers and firewall deployments
• Troubleshoot LAN, data centre and virtualised networks
• Implement solutions from technical designs
• Support network optimisation and operational improvements
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and records

Responsibilities:

• Deploy, implement and support enterprise IP network infrastructure
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Nexus switching platforms
• Deliver VMware NSX implementation and Distributed Firewall configuration activities
• Interpret high-level and low-level technical designs and execute deployments accordingly
• Support onsite implementation projects, migrations and network cutovers
• Troubleshoot complex routing, switching, LAN and data centre networking issues
• Support virtualised networking environments and security segmentation initiatives
• Participate in technical discussions relating to DNS and SD-WAN technologies
• Produce accurate implementation documentation and technical records
• Ensure network deployments meet operational, technical and quality standards
• Collaborate with project, engineering and operational teams to ensure successful delivery

Deliverables:

• Successful deployment of enterprise network infrastructure
• Cisco Catalyst and Nexus implementation activities
• VMware NSX and Distributed Firewall deployments
• Network migration and cutover execution
• Technical implementation documentation
• Operationally stable and secure network environments
• High-quality troubleshooting and incident resolution

Working Environment:

• Enterprise Networking Environment
• Onsite Customer Locations
• Large-Scale Infrastructure Programmes
• Data Centre & Campus Network Deployments
• Fast-Paced Technical Delivery Environment
• Collaborative Engineering & Infrastructure Teams

Candidate Profile:

Candidates should possess strong hands-on deployment experience across enterprise networking environments. You will be technically strong, delivery-focused and capable of implementing and supporting complex network infrastructures within customer-facing environments. Your experience is likely to include some of the following:

Essential:

• Hands-on Routing & Switching
• Strong Cisco Catalyst deployment and support
• Strong Cisco Nexus deployment and implementation
• VMware NSX deployment and implementation
• Distributed Firewall (DFW) configuration and support
• Network deployment and implementation roles
• Network migration and cutover
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-resolution
• Ability to interpret technical designs and implement solutions
• Working independently within onsite customer environments
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience within large enterprise or global infrastructure environments
• ITIL operational process knowledge
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP or equivalent)
• VMware certifications
• Data Centre networking experience
• SD-WAN exposure
• DNS operational knowledge

Key Traits:

• Strong deployment and implementation mindset
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Self-sufficient and proactive approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capability
• High attention to detail
• Quality and delivery focused
• Comfortable working in customer-facing environments

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