Senior Network Engineer - Cisco SD-WAN Specialist (6-Month Contract, Fully Remote)

Network Engineer (Cisco SD-WAN) – 6 Month Initial Contract – Fully Remote

VIQU are supporting a major enterprise organisation undergoing a large-scale network transformation and consolidation programme. They are seeking a Network Engineer to support the rollout of SD-WAN across numerous new sites, with a further rollout planned across existing locations.

The successful Network Engineer will focus on the hands-on implementation of SD-WAN and network migration activities within a predominantly Cisco-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Cisco-based SD-WAN solutions across c.50+ sites, with additional rollout phases to follow
• Configure and deploy SD-WAN edge devices, circuits, and network infrastructure components
• Support migration from legacy WAN providers into a consolidated managed service environment
• Work to deliver against HLD/LLD designs during implementation phase
• Operate within a co-managed model, taking ownership of configurations, changes, and fixes where required
• Perform advanced network troubleshooting across WAN/LAN environments

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• Support cutovers, site migrations, and circuit activations in line with project timelines
• Work independently with minimal supervision, delivering high-quality output in a fast-paced programme

ey Skills and Experience Required

• Strong hands-on experience as a Network Engineer working with Cisco technologies (routers, switches, firewalls, access points)
• Demonstrable experience implementing Cisco SD-WAN / Viptela solutions
• Solid understanding of WAN technologies, routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF), VPNs, and MPLS environments
• Familiarity working in co-managed / MSP environments, collaborating with third-party providers
• Ability to work autonomously and hit the ground running
• Strong troubleshooting capability across complex, multi-site network environments

Role details:

• Job role: Network Engineer (Cisco SD-WAN)
• Job type: Contract
• Duration: 6 months initially with view to extend
• Rate: £480 per day
• IR35 status: Inside IR35
• Location: Fully Remote

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