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CDW

2nd Line Engineer

CDW

. Investigate and resolve technical issues escalated from 1st line support .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge in Cisco Switch/Router environments and proficiency in managing network configurations and device software upgrades. Capable of providing technical solutions and support while adhering to ITIL best practices and maintaining security clearances.

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Cisco Switch/Router EnvironmentITIL Best PracticesNetwork Configuration ManagementDevice Software UpgradesSecurity Clearance (SC)

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Hard Skills
Incident DiagnosticsLog Monitoring and AnalysisConfiguration Backup and RestoreRule Base ManagementTechnical Solutions DeliveryProject DeliveryComplex Change ManagementFortinet KnowledgePalo Alto KnowledgeNetscaler / F5 Load Balancers
Soft Skills
CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityLearning Facilitation
Tools & Technologies
Cisco MerakiHP ArubaF5AzureAWS
Certifications & Qualifications
Security Clearance (SC)
Industry Keywords
SLA-Driven SupportTechnical AssistanceChange Management ProcessService Desk SupportAI Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSAzureSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues escalated from 1st line support
  • Provide end users with technical solutions
  • Perform incident diagnostics and assistance
  • Conduct log monitoring and analysis
  • Audit rule bases and provide advisory support
  • Perform device software upgrades, patches and bug fixes
  • Complete configuration backup and restore
  • Manage rule base and network configuration changes
  • Collaborate with 3rd line support to resolve critical issues
  • Set up and complete scheduled tasks
  • Escalate and work with vendors when needed
  • Provide handovers to the following shift pattern
  • Raise potential service issues with Problem and Incident Management
  • Recommend and deploy changes through the change management process
  • Take part in shadowing activities and facilitate learning
  • Assist the Service Desk and 1st Line Engineers
  • Maintain and develop technical knowledge, skills and experience
  • Provide technical assistance during the transition of new customers
  • Provide remote support on a rota covering four 12-hour night shifts followed by four days off

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 2–3 years of experience in a similar SLA-driven support role
  • Proven experience delivering projects and complex changes
  • Extensive knowledge working within a Cisco Switch/Router environment
  • Good level of knowledge/experience with Fortinet, Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Cisco, Cisco Meraki, HP Aruba, F5, Azure and AWS
  • Knowledge of Netscaler / F5 Load balancers
  • HP Switching knowledge
  • Cisco knowledge in Wireless, SD-WAN, DNAC, ISE and ACI preferably
  • Security Clearance (SC) or ability to obtain
  • Experience in ITIL best practices
  • Ability to maintain technical accreditations in line with catalogued services
  • Willingness to engage with evolving technology and tools
  • Readiness to explore, adapt and grow with AI integration

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Full-time employment
  • 4 shifts of nights with 12-hour shifts, followed by 4 days off
  • Formalised training and development plan
  • Opportunities for shadowing activities and learning facilitation
  • Maintenance of technical accreditations
  • Remote support on a rota
  • AI-fluent, curious and adaptive learning culture