Senior Network Engineer
The People Network · Leeds, West Yorkshire
Senior Network Engineer at The People Network, based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, paying £85,000 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.
- Salary
- £85,000 per annum
- Location
- Leeds, West Yorkshire · Hybrid
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 month ago
- Closes
- 23 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Security
About 43% above the going rate for security
Reference V-41770
About the role
Senior Network Engineer / Network Architect
£85,000 + Package
Hybrid - once a week in Office in Leeds
I’m working with a leading technology organisation looking for a Senior Network Engineer / Network Architect to join their team, supporting complex enterprise network environments across highly regulated industries. A chance to combine your strong Network technical skills with leadership of a small team.
This is a senior technical role for someone who enjoys solving complex network challenges, providing escalation support, and helping shape secure, resilient network services.
The role will focus heavily around Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco enterprise networking, including LAN, Wireless LAN and security-focused solutions.
You’ll be working across:
Must requirements:
Nice to have experience:
We’re looking for someone who has operated in complex, regulated environments where security, resilience and compliance are critical.
Experience working within an MSP or managed service environment would also be advantageous.
If you’re a senior network specialist looking for a role where you can work on complex infrastructure, influence improvements and operate at a high technical level, I’d be keen to speak.
£85,000 + Package
Hybrid - once a week in Office in Leeds
I’m working with a leading technology organisation looking for a Senior Network Engineer / Network Architect to join their team, supporting complex enterprise network environments across highly regulated industries. A chance to combine your strong Network technical skills with leadership of a small team.
This is a senior technical role for someone who enjoys solving complex network challenges, providing escalation support, and helping shape secure, resilient network services.
The role will focus heavily around Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco enterprise networking, including LAN, Wireless LAN and security-focused solutions.
You’ll be working across:
- Fortinet SD-WAN environments
- Cisco LAN & Wireless LAN technologies
- Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center / DNAC)
- Cisco ISE / NAC
- Network security, segmentation and Zero Trust principles
- Enterprise network design, troubleshooting and optimisation
- Service improvements, lifecycle management and governance
- Leading a small team of Network specialists
Must requirements:
- Strong Fortinet SD-WAN experience
- Strong Cisco networking background across LAN and Wireless LAN
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst Centre and ISE/NAC
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments; strong troubleshooting and stakeholder engagement skills
Nice to have experience:
- Experience of team leadership or mentoring
- Netskope SASE /
- ZTNA
- VMware NSX-T
- F5 load balancing and WAF technologies
- Azure networking
We’re looking for someone who has operated in complex, regulated environments where security, resilience and compliance are critical.
Experience working within an MSP or managed service environment would also be advantageous.
If you’re a senior network specialist looking for a role where you can work on complex infrastructure, influence improvements and operate at a high technical level, I’d be keen to speak.
Reference: V-41770 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 23 Sep 2026 · Listed via The People Network
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