Freelance job Network Engineer

***SC CLEARED***Network Engineer 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Barrow-In-Furness, CumbriaMarket Rates via UmbrellaWe 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 have a great opportunity for a Network Engineer on a long term program of work.Key Responsibilities:You will be joining an established Network Operations team working with other Network engineers. You will be supported by an established team of L1-L4 line support from an extended resolver team.Following a period of acclimatization, you will be involved in internal and vendor technical bridges, and be expected to work independently, or as part of a wider team.Daily duties:* Level 3 Network support.* Network incident diagnostics/resolution * Network change implementation via requests made via ITSM * Integrate within the established team * Demonstrate a strong 'can do' attitude and willingness to progress * Support & training will be provided to ensure further development * Form part of the on-call rotaKey Skills & Experiences: o Cisco ACI software defined networks (multi-site & multi-pod) o Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) o Network management tools like SolarWinds o Citrix NetScaler's o Network Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA & AnyConnect Remote Access) o Identity Services - AAA & Cisco ISE o Troubleshooting and fault-finding complex routing issues (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP) o Netscaler AdministrationThis 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. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. 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.