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Senior Network Security Engineer

Posted: 14/07/26
Recruiter:McGregor Boyall
Reference:3139330058
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Network Security
Salary:£450 - £600 Daily
Location:Chester, Cheshire
Description:

Senior Network Security Engineer , Proxy SME, Skyhigh Security Web Gateway, McAfee,

I am seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with strong expertise in Skyhigh Security Web Gateway (SWG) proxies to join a high-performing network engineering team within a global financial services environment.

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on the implementation, configuration, and support of complex network and security services. You will work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and third-party partners to design and deliver secure, resilient, and scalable solutions across a critical enterprise network.

The role:
  • Implement and configure network and security technologies within production environments.
  • Design and engineer new services, ensuring solutions meet security, availability, and resilience requirements.
  • Collaborate with support teams, business units, and external partners to deliver end-to-end connectivity solutions.
  • Translate high-level architecture into practical, low-level technical designs and implementation plans.
  • Participate actively in change management processes and production deployments.
  • Provide 3rd line support and technical escalation for complex network-related issues.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate operational and technical risks.
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure successful handover into operational support.
  • Support strategic initiatives and project delivery through consultation and technical expertise.
  • Drive network automation and process improvement initiatives where appropriate.
Skills required:
  • Strong expertise with Skyhigh Security Web Gateway (SWG) and enterprise proxy technologies.
  • Proven network engineering, implementation, and architecture experience.
  • Strong knowledge of:

  • McAfee, Skyhigh

    • Routing & Switching
    • Network Security
    • Firewall Policies and Rule Management
    • VPN Technologies
    • Dynamic Routing Protocols
    • Cisco Networking Technologies
  • Experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale network solutions.
  • Ability to convert architectural designs into technically viable implementation plans.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex production environments.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills

Senior Network Security Engineer , Proxy SME, Skyhigh Security Web Gateway, McAfee,

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

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