Job Vacancy Network & Cybersecurity Engineer

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is seeking a Network & Cybersecurity Engineer to join the team supporting the Network and Cybersecurity functions within the IT department. The successful candidate will act as a team member handing second line escalation for all network and security related faults and be a contributor to ensuring that all SLAs are met in relation to customer faults.

About the role

Reporting to the Network & Security Manager, this post will be part of the team responsible for Network and Cybersecurity activities within the IT department. You will act as second/third line escalation for all network and security-related faults and incidents and be part of the team responsible for ensuring that all SLAs are met in relation to customer faults.

The post holder will also work closely with other managers in Service Operations and our Internal Project Managers and Solutions Architects on the design and implementation of new solutions.

The post holder will occasionally be expected to travel with equipment and hardware to our sites around Scotland - some of which will be remote sites and include overnight stays and out of hours work.

About you

You will be required to demonstrate that you meet the requirements and qualifications below as part of the selection process.

Essential requirements:

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of network and security topologies (LAN, WAN, WLAN and SD-WAN & VPN's) and network protocols (MPLS, OSPF, BGP, STP).
• Experience in configuring network switches, routers and firewalls from the command line.
• Have a basic knowledge of telecommunications and methods of delivering connectivity (DSL, FTTC, FTTP, Mobile, P2P Wi-Fi et cetera).
• A valid UK drivers' licence.

Desirable requirements:

• Experience in Cyber Security
• Experience in Network Monitoring Tools.
• Experience in Network Problem Solving.

Qualifications & Professional Memberships:

• SCQF Level 10 qualification in a relevant discipline or experience in networking - Desirable
• An industry recognised certification in Networking (CCNA in Routing and Switching or equivalent) - Desirable

Closing Date: 30 October 2024 at midday.