Network Engineer

Network Engineer job description

Network Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring and managing the local and wide area networks of an organisation to ensure maximum uptime for users. The role can include designing system configurations, documenting and managing the installation of a new network, and maintaining and upgrading existing systems as necessary.

Network Engineer duties and responsibilities of the job

Network Engineers will work in-house or be assigned to project management teams working with outside clients. As part of an organisation’s IT team, Network Engineers work closely with Business Analysts, Network Architects and IT Managers. A Network Engineer job description can therefore comprise of:

Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks

Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP

Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation

Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximise network efficiency and security

Maximising network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting

Arranging scheduled upgrades

Investigating faults in the network

Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases

Reporting network status to key stakeholders

Network Engineer job qualifications and requirements

Holding a degree and having a technical background will be required to gain a Network Engineer role. Degrees in the following subjects can be included:

Computer science

Computer software/computer systems engineering

Computer systems and networks

Electrical/electronic engineering

Mathematics

Network security management

Physics

Organisations may also have specific requirements depending on their current network configuration. As a guide, a CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is desirable.

As well as formal qualifications, a Network Engineer job description should include the following qualities:

An analytical mind

An ability to learn new technologies quickly

Good time management skills

An ability to follow processes

Strong documentation skills

Good communication skills – both written and verbal

Commercial and business awareness

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Salary for Network Engineer

115500 - 150500

25th Percentile

115500

The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills.

Demand: Low

50th Percentile

133000

The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

Demand: Moderate

75th Percentile

150500

The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications.

Demand: High

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