Job Title:
ICT Senior Network EngineerLocation:
South Wales Police Headquarters, Bridgend, WalesSalary:
£47,046 – £50,949 per annumJob Type:
Full Time, PermanentWorking Hours:
37 hours per weekClosing Date:
11/11/2026 15:00Are you looking for your next career step?Do you want to be a part of an Innovative Organisation?About Us:South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations.As an ICT Senior Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure and providing technical assistance to our staff. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change; there has never been a better time to join!The role:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. In this role you will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure. The ICT Senior Engineer – Networks will provide the technical resources necessary to support business continuity for a 24/7 emergency policing service and its external partners.Responsibilities :Implement network security including firewall configurations, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control listsTo maintain the network architecture including Cisco routers and switches and Cisco ASA / Firepower firewalls & troubleshoot any issues that developTo manage Meraki firewalls / SD-WAN AppliancesTo assist with the maintenance of Cisco AnyConnect VPN / NAM / ISETo assist with the implementation and maintenance of a CISCO ACI networkTo manage the performance of major routing protocols such as EIGRP and OSPF.To conduct network capacity planning and support the roll-out of upgrades and improvements across LAN / WLAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / MPLS / SD-Access and Data CentreRequirements :Must possess any of the following:A bachelor’s degree in an ICT related subjectCisco Certified – preferably CCNPDemonstratable equivalent skills or experience in networkingMust have experience of designing, installing, configuring and managing an on-premises network infrastructure including layer 2 and 3 switching and routing.Must have experience of managing network security hardware and software, including firewalls and network intrusion detection systems.Experience of network hardware and software including Cisco and Meraki solutions.Must demonstrate in-depth understanding of datacentre network architectures, ICT disaster recovery strategies, and LAN / WLAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / MPLS / SD-Access networking technologies.Benefits Include:Training and professional development opportunitiesLocal Government Pension Scheme24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employmentFlexible working dependant of dutiesFree on-site parkingOn site fitness centre and canteenCollaborative and supportive work environment.Cycle to work schemeWellness programmesSWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount CardOpportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being.Diversity, Equality & Inclusion:As a Force, we are committed to developing the overall structure of equality, diversity and inclusion across South Wales Police: in our workforce and in the services we provide.South Wales Police is an equal opportunities employer and is determined to attract, employ and support a workforce which is representative of the diverse society which it serves.Note : Due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by South Wales Police, all applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check as a part of the recruitment process.A full driving license is essential for this role.Level 2 Welsh is not essential, that level could be achieved within the first year of employment.The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MVSC Vetting.Please note, if you are subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, you appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basisPREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY IF APPLIED IN THE LAST 10 MONTHS .Please click on the
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button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: IT Systems Technician, ICT Technician, IT Systems Support, IT Technician, Information Technology, IT, 1st Line, 2nd Line, Technical Support Engineer, Network Engineer, IT Networks Technician, may also be considered for this role.
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