Junior Network Engineer

Location: Hertfordshire (office-based with regular client site visits)

Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 + paid certifications

Type: Permanent, full-time

Ready to build a career in networking? This is where it starts.

We’re working with a growing network and security Managed Service Provider (MSP) in Hertfordshire. They’re looking for a Junior Network Engineer who wants to learn, gets curious about how things connect, and wants a real career rather than just a job.

You’ll be part of a close-knit technical team that supports, installs and maintains networks for a varied mix of customers. You’ll get hands-on exposure from day one, along with senior engineers who will invest time in developing you.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting, configuring and troubleshooting customer networks, mainly on Cisco and Aruba kit
• Working with switching, routing, wireless and VLANs in live environments
• Helping deliver network installations, upgrades and refresh projects
• Visiting customer sites to rack, stack, patch and commission equipment
• Responding to and resolving support tickets, and escalating when needed
• Documenting network designs, changes and fixes

What you’ll learn

• Enterprise switching and wireless across Cisco and Aruba. Full cross-training on Aruba is provided, so prior experience isn’t needed.
• How an MSP works and how to look after multiple customer environments
• Project delivery, from planning through to go-live

What we’re looking for

• Some exposure to networking, whether from a 1st/2nd line role, an apprenticeship, a home lab, or study towards CCNA or similar
• An understanding of core networking concepts: TCP/IP, subnetting, VLANs, DHCP and DNS
• Cisco experience is a plus. Aruba experience is a bonus but not essential.
• A hunger to learn and the drive to work towards certifications
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with customers
• A full UK driving licence (essential), as the role includes regular client site visits

What’s in it for you

• £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• Fully funded certifications such as CCNA, Aruba ACA/ACP and beyond
• A clear progression path from junior to network engineer and senior engineer
• Mentoring from experienced engineers and real responsibility early on
• A supportive team where your development is a priority

If you’re early in your network career and want to work somewhere that will invest in you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Xact Placements for a confidential chat.