Network Operations Engineer

Working Pattern Full-time, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Faculty Professional Services School IT Services If you have a passion for networks with a desire to apply and develop your skills further, we have an exciting opportunity for a Network Operations Engineer within Network Services. You will join the multi-skilled and highly collaborative Network Operations team, supporting and delivering wired and wireless connectivity across the University. As a large, research-led institution with over 300 buildings and 35,000+ users, the role of Network Operations is essential, making a significant positive impact.

The work is interesting and highly varied; whether it’s business as usual service requests, enabling research projects, supporting major events or delivering connectivity for new flagship teaching facilities. The University has recently started a multi-year programme of network modernisation to drive a wireless first connectivity experience. As part of the team you will play a key role in this, making a real difference to our user community while further enhancing your skills and experience.

Who we are looking for Enthusiastic and proactive networking professional with hands‑on experience supporting Cisco Catalyst wired and wireless infrastructures. Good problem‑solving skills, able to think around situations and work with colleagues to implement effective solutions. Understanding of how IT infrastructure functions within a large, complex organisation and the considerations this brings.

Existing skills in scripting (e.g., Python) are a plus. Keenness to learn and develop in the role. What we offer The University of Sheffield offers a competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pension scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing and a wide range of retail discounts.

Find out more at www.sheffield.ac.uk/benefits and join us to become part of something special. £32,080 to £36,636 per annum with the potential to progress to £39,906 #J-18808-Ljbffr