Network Field Engineer

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£350 - £450 per day

Posted

12th September 2025

Job Reference

201491

Description

Are you a Cisco-certified Network Engineer looking to play a pivotal role in a high-impact, nationwide infrastructure transformation?

We’re hiring a Network Field Engineer to support a major public sector digital change programme across Scotland. This is a hands-on field engineering opportunity for someone passionate about enterprise network deployment, with expertise in Cisco technologies, and a proven ability to deliver SD-WAN and LAN solutions in complex environments.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Deploy and support a cutting-edge SD-WAN solution across 50+ locations in Scotland
* Oversee the LAN hardware/software upgrade programme across the national estate
* Lead the Wi-Fi infrastructure upgrade – from controllers to AP coverage
* Provide input into strategic network roadmaps, designs, and best practices
* Travel to sites across Scotland (occasional weekend/night work)
* Collaborate with stakeholders, attend CAB meetings, and influence network architecture decisions
* Ensure network policies align with PSN compliance and governance standards

Your Expertise:

Strong Cisco experience – ideally with CCNA certification or higher
Hands-on experience with Cisco routers/switches – 2960X/XR, 4500, 9000 series, Nexus
Experience with site network infrastructure rollouts (LAN/Wi-Fi/SD-WAN)
Familiarity with F5 load balancers, VPNs, WLC, and Palo Alto firewalls
Experience in network monitoring tools and high-availability environments
Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
Comfortable working independently and in remote/field-based environments

Desirable:

* F5 Silverline/XC
* Knowledge of PSN/secure government networks
* Exposure to Data Centre migrations, VPN upgrades, and Unified Comms

Interested?
We’re reviewing CVs as they come in – don’t miss out!

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Tag or refer someone who could be a match – we’d love to connect.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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