Senior Network Engineer

I''m currently seeking a hands-on Senior Network Engineer on a contract basis for my client to deliver critical network transformation projects across our hybrid (on-premises and cloud) environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in network architecture, operations, and cybersecurity best practices, with a strong focus on execution and delivery. Engagement Scope: Deliver a network refresh (firewall, switches, and routers) across both office and Birmingham data centre. Assist the DevOps team in establishing connectivity to a major critical infrastructure services provider via a dedicated MPLS circuit. Lead the design and implementation of a network segmentation project in AWS, separating production and non-production environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco and Palo Alto on-premises environments, and Azure/AWS cloud platforms. Lead deployment and optimisation of SD-WAN and SASE/SSE technologies (e.g., Netskope, Zscaler, Cisco Umbrella). Manage and maintain secure network architectures including firewalls, VPNs, switching, routing, and load balancing (HAProxy). Monitor, analyse, and optimise network performance and security posture. Implement security policies aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS frameworks. Produce detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with global cloud, security, and infrastructure teams for consistent, secure operations. ..... full job details .....