Network Engineer 6-month contract RemoteMy High-profile Legal Customer is looking for a Network Engineer to focus on maintenance, support, and monitoring. They are seeking an experienced professional to backfill their team as they focus on long-term project work. This role is for a Network Engineer that thrives in a BAU environment and has a strong background in network operations.As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, monitoring, and support of the network infrastructure. You ll work with a range of technologies, ensuring the network remains secure, stable, and highly available. This role is critical in keeping the business running smoothly while the project teams drive forward strategic initiatives.Network Engineer Key Responsibilities: Switching and Routing Support and manage Cisco switching (Nexus 3k and 9k), Aruba, MPLS networks, and VPNs.Network Maintenance and Support Ensure the smooth operation of LAN, WAN, and VPN networks.Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting Utilize SolarWinds NPM and NTA, Cisco Prime, and other tools to proactively identify and resolve issues.Incident and Problem Management Respond to network-related incidents, analyse root causes, and implement solutions.Firewall and Security Management Work with Fortinet, Palo Alto (Panorama), and Cisco firewalls to maintain security posture.Change Management Follow best practices to implement network changes safely and efficiently. Network Engineer Skills and Experience: