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Coventry University
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Coventry, West Midlands
Senior Network Engineer
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Senior Network Engineer IT Services Grade: 7 Full time, Permanent Coventry University's transformation into one of the world's leading educational establishments is being matched by an ambitious IT Transformation. This Transformation will deliver technology with a global reach that supports the growing needs of students, staff and stakeholders. Process automation, distance learning, developments in digital and student care will see new IT capabilities support the contemporary needs of our staff and students. To deliver this transformation the University needs people with real passion, the ability to think innovatively and with an energy that will create change at pace and push boundaries to create better futures. Our approach to education is leading edge and is proven with our multitude of awards and prominent position in the league tables; where we have once again retained the title of top modern university from The Guardian in its' University Guide 2019 (for the 7th year in a row). We are an agile and energetic establishment, where taking risks and seizing opportunities are well rewarded. As a Network Engineer, you'll develop, support and manage network products and services deployed on behalf of the University Group ensuring they're efficient, secure, perform optimally and are aligned to business goals and objectives. Responsibilities: • The post holder is responsible for the maintenance of configuration data, capacity planning, service availability and continuity. They will adhere to service levels and all operational processes (such as incident, problem, change management processes) pertaining to network services. • Participates in continuous improvement analysis and design, as well as the development of network-based solutions. • Performs configurations, installations, monitoring and troubleshooting of network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls). • Performs security risk, vulnerability assessments, and business impact analysis. Investigates suspected attacks and manages security incidents Key Skills: • Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline with a professional qualification or substantial experience in related field in lieu of the above. • Significant LAN/WAN infrastructure experience (qualified to CCNA, ideally to CCNP level). • Cyber-security within network technologies. • CISCO and FortiGate Firewalls essential, Palo Alto advantageous • Experience on Nexus platforms Application closing date: 05/04/20