Job Opportunity: Level 2 Network Engineer (Public Sector) - Dublin City Centre
Contract: 3-Year Day Rate Contract
Location: Dublin City Centre (with multi-site support across Ireland)
Our client, a leading public sector organization, is seeking an experienced Level 2 Network Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and optimizing a large-scale, mission-critical network infrastructure across multiple locations in Ireland. This role is well-suited for an Infrastructure Engineer with strong networking experience looking to advance their career in a public sector environment.
Why Apply?
- Long-term 3-year contract with a well-established public sector organization.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise networking, Unified Communications, and security.
- Work on a multi-site network infrastructure supporting critical services.
Key Responsibilities
Network Operations & Support
- Manage and support LAN/WAN networks across 130+ sites.
- Configure and troubleshoot Alcatel, Cisco, and other network switches and routers.
- Ensure network security policies are maintained and industry best practices followed.
- Collaborate with third-party WAN providers for service continuity.
- Troubleshoot VPN technologies and SD-WAN solutions.
Wireless Network & Unified Communications Support
- Maintain and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks (802.11 standards).
- Administer HP Aruba wireless solutions, including ClearPass and Airwave.
- Provide support for cloud-based Unified Communications systems (e.g., 8x8 or similar).
Network Monitoring & Performance Management
- Utilize Omnivista, Zabbix, Wireshark, and FortiManager for network monitoring.
- Proactively resolve network incidents to prevent downtime.
- Respond to Level 2 and priority Helpdesk tickets.
Data Centre & Infrastructure Management
- Manage data centre and comms room infrastructure.
- Maintain cabling standards across multiple locations.
- Oversee environmental controls (UPS, air conditioning, IoT sensors).
Key Requirements
Technical Expertise
- Strong understanding of LAN/WAN environments, switching, and routing protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, OSPF, BGP).
- Hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN or similar.
- Experience in VPN configuration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Aruba Wireless Controllers, Aruba ClearPass, and Airwave.
- Proficiency in using Omnivista, Wireshark, Zabbix, or similar network monitoring tools.
Security & Compliance
- Strong focus on network security and industry best practices.
Qualifications (Preferred, Not Mandatory)
- Relevant IT networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, Fortinet NSE) are advantageous.
If you are a proactive and skilled Network Engineer or Infrastructure Engineer with strong networking experience looking for a long-term contract role in the public sector, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your networking career.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
