Senior Network Consultant

Job Title: Senior Network Consultant Location: Hybrid Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE Job Type: Full Time / Permanent The Role: At TIEVA, we’re not just another MSP, we’re a fast-growing, UK-based hybrid IT provider with a mission to empower organisations through secure, scalable, and reliable technology. We believe in making a real difference for our customers, our people, and the wider community. Here’s what sets us apart: Cutting-edge tech: Work with the latest solutions and help shape the future of IT. People-first culture: Open, friendly, and supportive, where you’re not just a number and your ideas genuinely matter. Growth mindset: We’re scaling up fast, and you’ll be a key part of our journey. Benefits that matter: Electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work, private medical, life assurance, wellbeing programmes, and more. Work your way: State-of-the-art offices in Winnersh Triangle (Reading) and Calverley (Leeds), plus flexible remote options. As a TIEVA Senior Network Consultant, you’ll be trusted to deliver secure network solutions that drive customer success and business transformation. You’ll be hands-on, self-driven, and always looking for ways to add value, whether that’s designing a next-gen SD-WAN, leading a customer workshop, or mentoring the team. The Candidate: Key Responsibilities Deliver outcomes: Architect, configure, and deploy enterprise network solutions (SD-WAN, SASE, Wi-Fi, firewalls) that solve real customer challenges. Champion managed services – Act as a trusted escalation point, blending hands-on support with strategic consultancy to ensure customer networks remain resilient, optimized, and aligned with SLA commitments. Own the lifecycle: Lead projects from presales and scoping through design, staging, installation, documentation, and handover. Be the trusted advisor: Guide customers on secure connectivity, digital transformation, and best practices. Collaborate and share: Bring new knowledge to the team, mentor others, and help us all get better every day. Drive innovation: Spot opportunities to improve, automate, and adopt new tech—don’t wait to be told. Represent TIEVA: Attend customer meetings, present confidently, and build strong relationships. Stay sharp: Keep your expertise up-to-date, pursue new certifications, and embrace continuous learning. Live our values: Actively demonstrate TIEVA’s spirit—positive, ambitious, and always customer-focused. What We’re Looking For: Minimum of 3 (or working towards) Certifications: Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) in Network Security (Ideally FortiGate and FortiManager) Cisco CCNP Enterprise (or relevant track) – strong foundation in advanced routing, switching, and enterprise networking. Working towards Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (FCSS) in Secure SD-WAN and SASE Aruba Certified Professional (ACP) in Mobility and ClearPass; Aruba Certified Expert (ACX) a big plus Barracuda Certified Engineer (BCE) or equivalent (CloudGen Firewall, Email Security Gateway) Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE certifications Technical Expertise: Core networking: Strong foundation in TCP/IP, Ethernet, routing, switching, and security design. Modern architectures: Delivered enterprise SD-WAN, SASE, and Zero Trust solutions to support hybrid and cloud-first strategies. Advanced technologies: Applied IP fabrics, VXLAN/EVPN, SDN, and automation to standardise and optimise network operations. Key vendor expertise: Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager), Cisco (routing & switching), Palo Alto (PCNSE), and Aruba (ClearPass, Mobility). Professional skills: Confident communicator and presenter Experience managing multiple client environments in an MSP setting Willingness to travel for customer meetings and project delivery Personal qualities: Self-motivated, independent, and proactive Passionate about learning and growth Team player with a positive, can-do attitude What you’ll get in return: Financial Life Insurance Pension Car allowance (subject to role) £1000 refer a friend bonus. Generous uncapped commission scheme (sales role) Profit share bonus scheme (non-sales, subject to T&C’s) Free will-writing service Long Service Awards (financial and time rewards) Electric Car Scheme (salary sacrifice) Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice) IT Purchase / Loan Scheme Financial Wellbeing Tool Pension Surgery (consultation with a financial advisor) Discount scheme (retail, experience days etc.) Navan Buying holidays (salary sacrifice) Childcare voucher scheme Health and Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme -for you and your family (Counselling, legal advice, career coaching, financial support) Digital GP Wisdom Well-Being Platform Gym membership contribution Gym time Yoga –Free onsite yoga Eye tests Flu jabs Fruit basket –per floor stocked weekly Mental Health First Aiders Time off Holidays –above statutory increasing with service, plus 8 bank holidays Birthday benefit -Have your birthday off on us! Enhanced Maternity Pay Enhanced Paternity Pay Compassionate Leave Jury Duty Funeral Leave Volunteering Days Perks Welcome goodie bag. Company apparel Free staff parties Incentives –Competitions and prizes including trips. Staff awards Culture Team events Environment Free onsite parking New refurbed office -Table tennis, table football, games consoles, multi-faith room, fully stocked bar, outdoor eating area, smoking shelter. Why choose TIEVA? We’re not your average technology company, we reward innovation and outside the box thinking. A career at TIEVA means giving you the opportunity to shape your future. We will provide you with all the tools you need to succeed, this isn’t just the basics, we are talking about the latest automation technology, weekly campaigns, holidays, prizes, and team incentives. Further, faster - We know it’s important for you to keep moving forward, that’s why you’ll have the very best training opportunities. We invest heavily in our teams, culture, environment, and values which is reflected in us holding an Investors in People Platinum Standard accreditation and by us continuing to develop talent from within. More than technology –TIEVA is a leading IT solutions and services provider operating within all industries. We have experienced phenomenal growth by adopting a people-first approach and providing exemplary service to our customers. Real world, real career - Our team’s key focus is to deliver world class services & the best in technologies. You will work with the team to innovate, yet always be looking to improve and deliver a portfolio of new products and services, to our customers. If you would be interested in joining a rapidly expanding, highly reputable business with an inclusive, driven and highly committed team please apply ASAP! Our Promise to you…. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support and adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. TIEVA is an inclusive company where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing who you are. We welcome all and are passionate about promoting greater diversity in the tech sector. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life.