Jobs in London - Senior Network Engineer • Central London

Company: Oliver James Associates

Central London

Senior Network Engineer - Exciting career opportunity: Our client, a renowned leader in the insurance industry, is actively seeking a proficient and strategic Senior Network Engineer to join their thriving Information Technology department. This is a permanent position designed for a professional seeking to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment. Role & Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain comprehensive networking architectures. Manage network infrastructure ensuring high availability, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other associated network equipment. Develop and enforce policies for network administration, security protocols, and troubleshooting procedures. Collaborate with other department leaders to assess near and long-term network capacity needs and network performance management. Ensure disaster recovery and data backup systems are in place and tested regularly. Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior network staff. Key Skills Proven experience as a Network Engineer or Network Manager in complex environments. Strong understanding of network infrastructure and hardware. Excellent ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls. In-depth knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, QoS, BGP, and OSPF. Advanced knowledge in deploying and maintaining Wireless Infrastructure. Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or higher is highly desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with thorough attention to detail. Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.