Network Engineer - Mandarin Speaking

City of London Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
Assist the Network and Security Manager in administering and maintaining the organization's IT networking equipment, supporting both network infrastructure and security frameworks.
  • Opportunity to develop and upskill in a financial organization
  • Must be mandarin speaking

About Our Client

The client is a Bank in London.

Job Description

A specialist is required for the installation, support, and maintenance of network infrastructure and security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Network and Security Administration:

  • Assist the Network and Security Manager with the administration of IT equipment across the organization.
  • Monitoring & Detection:
  • Monitor security tools, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems, to identify potential security incidents.
  • Analyze security alerts and logs to detect unusual activities or threats.



Incident Response:

  • Assist in the investigation and response to security incidents, such as malware infections, unauthorized access attempts, and data breaches.
  • Vulnerability Management:
  • Assist in conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential system and network weaknesses.
  • Work with senior team members to apply patches and updates to mitigate vulnerabilities.



Network Access Control:

  • Configure switches and endpoints as part of NAC upgrade projects.



Network Support:

  • Configure user switches and patching for networking devices.
  • Conduct health checks of network and security systems, with occasional support required after office hours.
  • Provide on-call support during evenings, weekends, or holidays for urgent network and security issues.
  • Ensure that information security standards are maintained across all IT assets.



Operational Support:

  • Coordinate day-to-day network checks and operational procedures according to defined standards, processes, and procedures.
  • Ensure that the IT function meets required security and service levels, aligning with corporate objectives.
  • Communicate IT systems and controls to other departments as appropriate.
  • Collaborate closely with global teams where relevant, particularly regarding management of systems hosted at external sites or data centers.
  • Maintain relevant IT support processes and procedures.
  • Produce regular IT support management reports.
  • Handle pressure and work effectively in demanding situations.
  • Provide out-of-hours support for incidents or emergencies as needed.
  • Complete additional tasks assigned by management.

The Successful Applicant

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:



  • Prior IT support experience, including network, security, and IP phones, is required.


  • Hands-on experience with OSPF, BGP routing, and spanning tree protocol troubleshooting.


  • Experience in IPT configuration and troubleshooting.


  • Proficiency in NAC configuration and troubleshooting.


  • Experience with network monitoring tools.


  • Knowledge of IP-based network infrastructure, including NDR and SIEM systems.


  • Degree-level education preferred.


  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

What's on Offer

Up to £80,000 per annum plus benefits

5 days on site - London

Contact
Henry Hayes
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6754131
Phone number
+44 207 269 2341

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
Networks
Sector
Financial Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Henry Hayes
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2341
Job reference
JN-052025-6754131