LOCATION - Initially Dudley and this role will move to Worcester in Feb 2026
POSITION SUMMARY
The Network Engineer III is responsible for installation, maintenance and problem resolution related to local, wide area and data center networks to provide consistent and reliable IT Network services. Activities include monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining MiTek's Networks including Circuits, Identity Services Engine, Virtual Private Networks, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Wireless Controllers, Wireless Access Points, and Application Centric Infrastructure as well as monitoring the performance of equipment and processes to identify and resolve problems to maintain efficient network operations. This position is also responsible for the engineering of data networks to include site surveys, equipment location planning, cabling designs and wireless heat mapping.
This position reports to the EMEA IT Manager. It involves additional support requirements such as 24 hour on-call coverage for support issues. Although travel is usually planned, issues can arise which could warrant immediate travel to one or more remote locations.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Serve as our global network team's primary ISE administrator.
Install and maintain data center hardware, software installation and upgrades on LAN/WAN including but not limited to switches, routers, firewalls, DHCP and IP Addressing
Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain MiTek's Networks including Circuits, Virtual Private Networks, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Wireless Access Points, Identity Services Engine and Application Centric Infrastructure.
Develop, deploy, and test network disaster recovery plans
Provide superb technical system and user support by responding to calls, email, and other requests for technical support
Develop and document Best Practices on related technical matters including network diagrams and documentation
Increase First Contact Resolution Rate and increase Knowledgebase utilization
Develop processes for escalation to Tier 2 and Tier 3 support teams
Act as an escalation point for critical incidents or if difficult or controversial calls are received
Ensure service levels are achieved in line with customer expectation and published SLA's
Review performance reports and make service improvement recommendations
Ability to identify and organize tickets as well as monitor and respond quickly and effectively
Other Job Functions
Monitor Service Desk for tickets assigned to the queue
Maintain Knowledge Base
Inform Leadership of recurring Incidents
Track user account creation, changes, and deletions
Evaluate network systems and act as a liaison between customers and technical escalation teams
Contribute to company vision and direction by helping improve technical practices, as well as choosing key technologies and issues to address as we grow.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in computer technology preferable
Skills:
Strong experience with Cisco and Meraki Networking Hardware and Software including ACI, Firewalls, Routers, Switches and Wireless.
ISE administration experience is required.
Experience of direct or indirect problem determination and resolution.
Experience with Azure Cloud networking. Juniper and Cisco certifications are desired but not required. Experience with python scripting is also desired.
Other Requirements:
Must be self-motivated, team oriented and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate should possess strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to problem solve. Strong sense of urgency and strong commitment to quality customer service is required. Ability to analyze and interpret data (metrics) to improve the delivery and support of services to our customers. Familiarity with and/or ITIL concepts or certification preferred.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level with MiTek, we invite you to apply today and become part of our innovative team!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NF/25
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