Network & Security L2 Administrator
6 Month contract initially
Based: Onsite - West Drayton
Rate: £400 - £425 p/d (via Umbrella company)

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a number of Network & Security L2 Administrators.

Key Responsibilities:
* Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of OSI layers 1-7, with the ability to apply analytical and troubleshooting skill sets to solve complex problems across all networking disciplines
* Monitor the performance and capability of the network using diversified tools. Identify the malfunctioning of hardware, software, and alerts events.
* Triage or troubleshoot the issues & incident, within the defined areas. Follow Standard Operating Manuals and coordinate with third party vendors, customer contacts, or other IT teams to implement solutions and resolutions.
* Develop strong relationships with the customer and all other support departments.
* Experience in supporting the Cisco WLAN Controllers, SSID and Access Points
* Experience on Implementing and troubleshooting Firewalls Security, VPN's, NAT policy, Software Patch management
* Configuring and troubleshooting routing & switching protocols: Set up and troubleshoot protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VLANs, STPs, VRF, MC-LAG, FHRP, DMVPN, NAT Policy.
* Solid understanding of LAN, WAN and SDWAN concepts (including wireless LAN) with experience in supporting enterprise class routers, switches in a global and enterprise network environment.
* Experience on Implementing and troubleshooting Internal and External DNS, IPAM, DHCP for IP management.
* Experience in Implementing and troubleshooting F5 LTM administration, SSL Certificate renewal, iRules creation, Software Upgrade & Patching
* Proactive Analysis: Review and analyse the DATA from Network Monitoring Tools to identify the best course of action to avert potential crises.
* Test & Implement software patches & firmware for the network & security devices
* Vendor or Supplier coordination, Problem-solving skills and ability to meet reasonable deadlines.
* Major / High Severity Incidents management & Problem, Vendor Management

Key Skills & Experience:
* Routing & Switching (Cisco/Juniper - OEM's) - DC
* DC-Core Network Protocol BGP/OSPF concepts
* Checkpoint Firewall - Network Security & VPN concepts
* Cisco Wireless & SD WAN concepts
* F5 LTM
* DNS/DHCP, IPAM
* CCNP, CCSA, F5 Certificate
* Good to Have
* Cisco Meraki
* AWS Networking,
* Cisco ISE & Security
* NMS: BIG IQ, SolarWinds, CA Spectrum, Thousand eyes, NetBrain, Firewall Monitoring Tools (Checkpoint)

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible.


LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.