IT Networking and Infrastructure Engineer - 12 month FTC

Location

London, London, United Kingdom

Job ID

R

Date Posted

2026-07-24

Company Name

Hitachi Rail UK Limited

Profession (Job Category)

IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description

Your new role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Networking & Infrastructure Engineer to join Hitachi Rail on a 12-month fixed term contract, supporting a critical cyber security and network infrastructure transformation programme across our UK locations. This role can be based from any of our major Hitachi Rail sites; however, it will require extensive travel throughout the UK and frequent overnight stays. You will play a key role in assessing and enhancing our existing network infrastructure, working closely with our Cyber Security team to strengthen our security posture across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced networking professional who enjoys a varied, project-based environment and wants to make a tangible impact across a multi-site organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Travel to Hitachi Rail locations across the UK to assess and document existing network infrastructure.
• Conduct network discovery and infrastructure scoping activities to establish current-state environments.
• Work closely with the Cyber Security team to deploy and integrate vulnerability monitoring and security appliances across corporate and operational networks.
• Support the implementation of network improvements and remediation activities identified through security assessments.
• Provide technical expertise across Cisco networking technologies, wireless infrastructure and Fortinet firewall environments.
• Configure and support FortiGate firewalls, including firewall policies, VPNs, routing and security controls.
• Support incident, problem and change management activities relating to network infrastructure.
• Maintain network security standards through patching, hardening and vulnerability remediation activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, third-party suppliers and wider IT teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Produce accurate technical documentation, network diagrams and implementation records.

About you

We're looking for a technically strong and adaptable networking professional who is comfortable working independently across multiple sites and engaging with a range of stakeholders. You will have:

Essential

• Proven experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure within a multi-site organisation.
• Strong understanding of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs and network security.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points and controllers.
• Strong experience administering and configuring FortiGate firewalls, including VPNs, firewall rules and security policies.
• Experience deploying and supporting secure network solutions within complex environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the UK with regular overnight stays.

Desirable

• CCNA certification or equivalent networking qualification.
• Experience working with OT/IoT or industrial network environments.
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE and 802.1x network authentication.
• Familiarity with Zscaler ZIA/ZPA technologies.
• Experience working alongside cyber security teams on infrastructure security projects.
• Exposure to wider infrastructure technologies such as DNS, DHCP, virtualisation or Windows Server administration.

What we offer

We value the importance of all of our employees. If you would like to join our fantastic organisation, you could be entitled to:

• Competitive salary
• Potential opportunity for annual performance related bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
• Private medical insurance
• Personal Accident insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges.

Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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