2nd Line 24/7 WAN Network Support Engineer

Brief overview on the role/project:
We are seeking a 2nd Line WAN Network Engineer to support, manage and configure SRX series routers as part of our 24/7 BAU operations team, ensuring the global delivery of secure network services.

If you're an experienced 2nd line network engineer, join our skilled team in Birmingham to manage and maintain our Customer Network WAN estate.

Your daily responsibilities will involve a combination of technical network support, handling escalations, and working on project implementations. You will also provide guidance and support to 1st line engineers while collaborating closely with 3rd line engineers to share knowledge and enhance the 2nd line team's skills.

Mandatory skills:
We are looking for a capable engineer with expertise in configuring and troubleshooting Juniper network devices. The ideal candidate will possess good knowledge of configuring key network components.
* BGP
* IPSEC
* MPLS
* Juniper SRX Platform: The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and hands-on experience with various SRX and MX platforms, along with strong CLI expertise.
* Routing and Switching: A solid understanding of routing and switching protocols is essential.
* BGP: In-depth knowledge of BGP, including policy-based routing, attribute manipulation, load-balancing techniques, and advanced troubleshooting skills, is required.
* IPsec VPN and MPLS: Proficiency in troubleshooting IPsec VPNs and MPLS networks is a must.
* PKI: The candidate should have a good understanding of PKI infrastructure and experience with certificate-based VPN authentication.



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