Network Engineer

My client, a leading shipping business are looking for a Network Engineer to join the team in their Liverpool office. You will proactively manage, support and develop existing networks and VOIP infrastructures for the UK and European offices. You will work closely with the business and IT department to help maintain a robust and reliable network infrastructure. Working as part of the network team to implement new firewall and VOIP solutions to existing and new offices, you will adhere to security guidelines with regards to firewall policy changes. As this role also covers European offices, occasional travel is required to the organisations UK & European offices. Main duties and responsibilities: * Configuration of Cisco switches to comply with HO standards * Implement new Cisco networks to company offices in the UK / Europe * Pro-actively manage / support and develop all existing networks * Implement new checkpoint firewall hardware to UK and European offices * Maintain / modify / and troubleshoot firewalls policies to resolve support tickets * Assist in the implementation of Cisco VOIP systems * Provide a secure a reliable electronic environment, within guidelines and approval * Produce proper and thorough documentation * Give IT Helpdesk the tools and knowledge to cover 1st line network issues Skills & Experience * Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of networking principles and WAN technology * Good knowledge of Firewall configurations * Have an understanding of router configuration management * Knowledge of Cisco systems * Experience of working with and managing VLANS * Knowledge of Checkpoint firewall desirable * Knowledge of Cisco VOIP systems desirable * Ability to resolve network problems having varying degrees of complexity * Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills * Have solid experience in a helpdesk or technical support environment * Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team