Senior Network Engineer

apartmentAssala Energy placeLondon scheduleFull-time calendar_month 
Duration: 12 months Full-Time

Location: This Hybrid role is based in our office located in Hammersmith, London

Assala Energy is a dynamic Oil and Gas Exploration and Production company committed to the sustainable development of its assets in Gabon. We value a collaborative approach, promote diversity, and prioritize safety and integrity in all our operations.

We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join our IT team, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing our global network infrastructure. You will ensure network stability, security, and efficiency across our operations while driving improvements and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Network Design & Implementation: Contribute to the development and execution of Assala’s global networking roadmap.
  • Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Maintain, monitor, and resolve issues in Assala’s global network infrastructure.
  • Security & Incident Management: Act as the primary contact for network security events, analysing alerts, vulnerabilities, and potential threats.
  • Supplier & Vendor Management: Manage relationships with network service providers, ensuring optimal WAN, LAN, and hardware performance.
  • Configuration & Optimization: Create and modify configurations on Cisco/Arista switches, routers, and firewalls (Firepower & Palo Alto).
  • Threat Analysis & Mitigation: Utilise threat intelligence services and security tools to identify and address vulnerabilities.
  • Automation & Scripting: Implement network automation using Python and Ansible for improved efficiency.
  • Technical Documentation & Training: Enhance documentation, train colleagues, and contribute to knowledge-sharing across teams.
Requirements
  • 5+ years of network design and implementation experience (Data Center, Campus, Wi-Fi, Security).
  • Expertise in routing, switching, and network architecture.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible) (preferred).
  • Industry certifications (ACE 5-7, CCNA, CCIE) (preferred).
  • Experience in Azure networking and security (a plus).
  • Experience with Network Overlay and Virtualization is highly desired
  • Enjoys research into emerging threats in the security landscape and identifying and analysing real-world threats
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