Network Engineer - SC Cleared

Job Description

Network Engineer - SC Cleared

Whitehall Resources currently require an experienced Network Engineer to work with a key client based in Cumbria

**Please note this requires 5 Days onsite Weekly and active SC Clearance**

*Candidates must work via an FCSA Umbrella*

Role Overview

The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructure across enterprise environments. This role requires expertise in Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, advanced switching, and data center networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Cisco switches, routers, and network devices.

• Implement and maintain Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.

• Design and configure VLANs and stretched VLANs for multi-site connectivity.

• Deploy and manage Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) for data center networking.

• Troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance.

• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.

• Collaborate with architecture and security teams to deliver robust solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies.

• Proficiency in Palo Alto firewall configuration and management.

• Expertise in switch configuration, VLAN design, and stretched VLANs.

• Knowledge of Cisco ACI architecture and deployment.

• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.

• Understanding of network security principles.

Security Clearance

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain SC clearance

• Must be UK British (not dual passport holder)

• Ability to work with sensitive and classified information in compliance with government and organizational security policies.