Network Infrastructure Engineer

Job Description:

Network Infrastructure Engineer – Security Systems

Onsite - Derby

SC Clearance process required

Salary £45,000-£50,000

Are you a hands-on Network Infrastructure Engineer looking for a role where you can truly "own" a project from the ground up? I am currently partnering with a premier technology solutions provider in Derby that specialises in mission-critical infrastructure for the UK’s most sensitive sectors.

This isn't just another support role; it’s a rollout of a complex, proprietary emergency communication platform that requires a specialist to learn it "inside and out."

Who You'll be working for

Located in the heart of Derby, our client is a rapidly growing technical powerhouse serving the defence and Critical National Infrastructure sectors.

They are a key strategic partner to one of the world’s most famous names in engineering If you are looking to work on projects that support the security capabilities and high-stakes engineering programs, this is the environment for you.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing

• System Ownership: Act as the primary technical lead for a large-scale rollout of an intricate emergency communication system.
• Installation & Config: Lead the building-by-building deployment of IP-based speakers, intercoms, and call stations.
• Core Networking: Manage the underlying IP routing, VLANs, and switching infrastructure that keeps everything connected.
• Long-Term Strategy: After the initial rollout, you will transition the project into a long-term maintenance and optimisation phase.

What You’ll Need

• Networking Fundamentals: Strong experience with IP addressing, VLANs, and switching.
• Security Systems Tech: A background in configuring and commissioning electronic security systems (CCTV, Access Control, or Intercoms).
• The Right Mindset: A willingness to specialize in a niche, proprietary system (direct experience with Commend platforms is a huge plus!).
• Security Clearance: You must currently hold or be eligible and willing to undergo SC Clearance.
• Location: This is a 100% on-site role in Derby.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to move away from "business as usual" IT and move into High-Security Infrastructure. You will be the "go-to" person for a system that is vital to life safety in high-security environments.