Network Specialist

We are recruiting for the position of Network Specialist on behalf of our client, a reputable organisation based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.<br />This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled IT professional to lead key cybersecurity projects within a forward-thinking company.<br />The Network Specialist will be instrumental in implementing enterprise-level security measures and ensuring the integrity of the organisation’s network infrastructure.<br />Benefits of a Network Specialist:

• Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards.
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, with options to purchase or sell leave.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance benefits.
• Access to Ford Privilege vehicle purchase scheme.
• Employee discounts on Service, Bodyshop, and Parts.
• One day annually dedicated to volunteering for a chosen charity.
• Participation in the Perks at Work discount portal.
• Hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance.<br />Duties of a Network Specialist:
• Lead enterprise-level firewall and security segmentation projects aimed at reducing cyber risks.
• Manage configuration and optimisation of Cisco Secure Firewall environments, including FTD/FMC.
• Collaborate with cyber security and infrastructure teams, as well as third-party suppliers, to execute remediation strategies.
• Design and deploy secure segmentation models across enterprise zones such as user, server, management, Tier-0, and DMZ.
• Enforce strict firewall policy governance, including rule reviews, logging, and the removal of overly permissive policies.
• Identify vulnerabilities through audits and assessments, delivering structured remediation plans.
• Support IPS and network security enhancements within complex, multi-vendor enterprise environments.<br />Requirements of a Network Specialist:
• Proven experience leading large-scale firewall remediation and segmentation programmes within enterprise environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco Secure Firewall technologies (FTD/FMC) and related security features.
• Strong knowledge of network segmentation, firewall policy governance, and risk-based remediation.
• Ability to operate confidently across multiple sites and in multi-vendor network settings.
• Demonstrable success in delivering technical improvements and supporting security audits.
• Excellent communication skills and experience leading technical teams effectively.<br />If you are a dedicated Network Specialist seeking a challenging role within a progressive organisation committed to digital security and innovation, we want to hear from you.<br />Contact Liam Probert, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Barnsley and South Yorkshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.<br />Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today