Lead Network Engineer

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

On behalf of Tesco IMS, AMS are now looking for a Lead Network Engineer for a 6 month remote based contract.

Tesco IMS deal in the personal - from pet insurance for your best friend, and home insurance for peace of mind, to motor insurance for your dream car or travel money for that trip you've worked hard for. And that means they always work with heart. Whether they're helping their customers or looking after their people, you'll find there's a warmth and friendliness to everything they do.

Key responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Network Engineer to spearhead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and cloud-integrated network infrastructures. This role is ideal for a seasoned network engineer with a proven track record in greenfield builds and regulated environments, who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes projects.

Lead the end-to-end design and deployment of complex greenfield network infrastructures.
Architect and implement secure, compliant network solutions for regulated industries.
Design and deploy cloud-native and hybrid network services across AWS and Azure platforms.
Implement defence-in-depth strategies using a diverse range of network technologies.
Integrate and manage Cisco Meraki and ZScaler solutions to enhance network performance and security.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including security, cloud, and DevOps to ensure seamless delivery.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.Skills and Qualifications:

Extensive experience as a Lead Network Engineer in enterprise environments.
Demonstrated success in greenfield network builds from concept to deployment.
Deep understanding of secure network design in regulated sectors (e.g., finance, healthcare, government).
Hands-on expertise with Cisco Meraki and ZScaler technologies.
Strong knowledge of cloud networking in AWS and Azure, including VPCs, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity.
Proficiency in implementing layered security architectures and zero-trust models.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Why Tesco Insurance and Money Services?

Seeing your impact all around you: there's no better feeling.

Lucky for us, we get to feel it all the time. Because whatever our role, we're helping our colleagues and serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day.

We deal in the personal - from pet insurance for your best friend, and home insurance for peace of mind, to motor insurance for your dream car or travel money for that trip you've worked hard for.

Everything we do is about making things better. Not just for others, but for you too. It's why you'll get bags of choice and plenty of development. It's why you'll always be heard and find balance that works for you. It's why you'll feel totally at home in a place where everyone's welcome.

Next steps

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

Our client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

Please note that for the duration of this assignment you will be working as an external resource engaged by AMS