Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience, plus shift
allowance

Working Pattern: On-site, 24/7 shift pattern

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to join a specialist
security function, supporting the protection of critical network
infrastructure within a highly secure engineering environment.
Working as part of a 24/7 security response team, you will
combine network security expertise with incident triage, threat
investigation and the continuous improvement of security systems.

Key Responsibilities

* Design, configure and maintain network security solutions,
including next-generation firewalls, secure proxies and intrusion
detection and prevention systems.
* Support 24/7 security incident response, working with SOC
analysts to investigate alerts, assess threats and coordinate
appropriate responses.
* Analyse network traffic and packet captures to identify
suspicious activity, vulnerabilities and potential security
breaches.
* Implement security improvements, address vulnerabilities
identified through security testing and help standardise network
security tools.
* Monitor network performance and security, troubleshoot complex
technical issues and maintain compliance with security standards.

Candidate Requirements

* Strong knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP,
DNS, routing, switching, VLANs and load balancing.
* Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining and
troubleshooting firewalls, ideally Cisco, Check Point or Palo
Alto, alongside next-generation security features such as IPS/IDS
and deep packet inspection.
* Experience with secure proxy solutions, content filtering, SSL
inspection, VPNs and security protocols, including IPSec and
SSL/TLS.
* Knowledge of network architecture, security zones, traffic
monitoring and network management tools such as PRTG or Nagios.
* Experience analysing network traffic, investigating security
alerts and working with SOC teams would be beneficial.
Familiarity with SIEM platforms such as Splunk Enterprise
Security or LogRhythm, and tools such as Darktrace, would also be
advantageous.

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes
but is not limited to:

* Company bonus scheme, based on company performance.
* Strong employer pension contribution.
* Opportunity for paid overtime.
* Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available.
* Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared
parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility
testing/treatment support.
* Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and
free car parking.

Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only
candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship without
limitations, or Dual Nationality inclusive of British
Citizenship, will be considered. Successful candidates will also
be required to complete the relevant security screening,
including the required security clearance.

Please apply via the advert or contact Jack at Eclectic
Recruitment for more information.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you
haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you
have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the
position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email
to discuss other potential opportunities.