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We are currently looking for an Infrastructure Engineer - Networking to join our Technology Service & Operations function within the Digital & Technology group.
Client Details
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
Description
Key responsibilities:
This is a hands-on technical role where you will be expected to interact daily with core IT Infrastructure technologies. You are expected to be able to configure, manage and diagnose the IT Infrastructure components detailed in this advert.
Technical skills and IT systems we use:
We are undertaking a program of works that is focused on reducing our suppliers and vendors to ensure we can build skillsets around vendor technology stacks. This roll will require the technical skills in Cisco Switching and WiFi networking.
(optional) Cisco ISE
Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switching
Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Catalyst WLC's and 9000 series Access points
Using Cisco Catalyst Centre to manage software and firmware versions
Strong skills in Cisco command line device management and via catalyst centre.
Strong understanding of VLAN's, IP VLSM
(optional) Using network management tool SolarWinds
Understanding advanced switching diagnostics and redundancy such as MTU, spanning tree, Mac address tablesLeadership and Escalation:
Lead and manage the successful execution of network edge projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the MHRA's IT strategy.If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please click here for further details.
Profile
Our successful candidates will have:
Experience in leading network-related projects, including equipment rollouts, upgrades, and troubleshooting complex network issues.
A track record of identifying deeper underlying problems and opportunities and anticipating problems before they occur.
Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, making sure services and products are delivered and aligned to industry best practice and regulatory and contractual requirements.
Strong technical expertise in network edge technologies, including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and network security.
Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco or similar network infrastructure, with experience in implementing security protocols and best practices.
The Network Edge Engineer will play a key role in managing and delivering network projects and BAU tasks, with a particular focus on the edge of the network, such as campus environments. This role is essential in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of the network edge as the MHRA undergoes a significant overhaul of its IT infrastructure, including the deployment of new equipment.
The successful candidate will provide advanced expertise in network edge technologies, working closely with both senior and junior engineers to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. You will act as an escalation point for more complex network edge issues, providing guidance and troubleshooting support to junior engineers when required. The role also involves working collaboratively with other teams to align network edge initiatives with the overall IT strategy.
An on-call element is required, as the role involves providing support for critical network issues outside regular working hours, ensuring minimal disruption to services.Job Offer
Competitive Salary £46,160
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London or South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.
Access to Alpha pension scheme, which all new starters are enrolled into automatically, is 28.97%
A digital Allowance of upto £12,823 per annum maybe available for exceptional candidates based on our assessment of your skills and experience. This allowance is non-pensionable and may change on an annual basis:
Developing - £1372
Proficient - £7097
Accomplished - £12,823The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, .
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete .
Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:
Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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