Network Administrator

Company Description Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft AWS Oracle Red Hat OutSystems and Snowflake We re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1 We ve been awarded Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023 AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023 As a consultancy and service provider Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently We re focused on our core values using these we ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally We re looking for a hands-on Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our remote team This role focuses on building configuring and troubleshooting secure network infrastructure from scratch primarily working with firewalls FortiGate Palo Alto Cisco VPNs and Enterprise routing Cloud networking Azure as baseline AWS as bonus is required at a basic level but the core of the role is network-related expertise not cloud-only skills Important Shortlisted candidates will complete a quick live hands-on lab during the interview to confirm real-world networking knowledge This will be straightforward for those with true experience Qualifications Key Responsibilities Configure troubleshoot and maintain network security devices mainly FortiGate Palo Alto and Check Point occasionally Build and manage secure connectivity VPNs routing firewall policies Provide basic on-premises network support switches cabling connectivity checks Maintain accurate documentation of network environments Handle L2-level change requests and incident resolution Qualifications Ideal Experience 5 years of professional experience in network infrastructure support Proven ability to configure VPNs routing and firewalls without templates wizards Strong understanding of VPN protocols IPsec SSL routing NAT firewall rules FortiGate experience required Palo Alto or Cisco knowledge is a strong plus Basic experience with Azure networking is a plus AWS familiarity is a plus Very strong troubleshooting and English communication skills Nice to Have Certifications Fortinet NSE Palo Alto PCNSE CCNP Security Azure Fundamentals Familiarity with ITIL change management processes Prior customer-facing or MSP experience Who Should Apply Engineers who can prove real skills in a quick live test in the first interview call Candidates with a solid networking background who can also handle basic cloud networking People who enjoy solving complex connectivity and security challenges Additional Information At Version 1 we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being professional growth and financial stability One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life We also offer a range of tech-related benefits including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology We prioritise the health and safety of our employees providing private medical and life insurance coverage as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations including AWS Microsoft Oracle and Red Hat Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company s profits each quarter amongst employees We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly a programme designed to support professional growth