Information & network security engineers & Work, Jobs in Ilminster, Som (with Salaries)

ICT Engineer - Firewall
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Full-time
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Leonardo UK Ltd —Yeovil
- £44,000 - £51,000 a year
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System Safety Engineer
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- Full-time
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Lead Structural Analyst
Leonardo UK Ltd —Yeovil
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Leonardo UK Ltd —Yeovil
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- Full-time
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ICT Engineer - Firewall

Somerset Council -
Taunton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£28,598 - £32,061 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Azure
CCNA
Firewall
DHCP
AWS
Analysis skills
ITIL
CompTIA Network+
Computer networking
DNS
IT
Network monitoring
Cybersecurity
CompTIA Security+
Communication skills
Network Security
VPN

Full job description

Date: 5 Jun 2026

Location: Taunton, GB, TA1 4DY

Company: Somerset Council

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Salary: Grade 12, £28,598 - £32,061 per annum

Join Somerset Council as an ICT Engineer – Firewall and play a key role in protecting and supporting the secure, reliable digital services that keep the organisation and local communities connected.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in networking who is looking to specialise in network security and firewall technologies. You’ll work across a diverse technology estate spanning on-prem and cloud environments, supporting critical systems and contributing to Somerset Council’s ongoing digital transformation.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with enterprise firewall platforms, VPNs, and security tools, while working alongside experienced engineers on operational support and technical projects. With responsibility for systems used by thousands of staff, your work will have a direct and visible impact.

At Somerset Council, you’ll benefit from a collaborative environment, structured development opportunities, and the chance to build a career in network security.

Role Summary

As our ICT Engineer – Firewall, you will support the operation, maintenance, and development of the council’s firewall and network security infrastructure. Working as part of the Networks, Firewalls & Telephony team, you’ll contribute to maintaining secure connectivity across the organisation by assisting with firewall administration, supporting incidents and changes, and developing your technical expertise in a live production environment.

What you’ll do – Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

Monitor firewall, VPN, and security platforms, identifying and escalating issues where required.
Support day-to-day firewall operations including policy updates, NAT configuration, and system health checks.
Assist with troubleshooting network security and connectivity issues.
Perform initial diagnostics across firewalls and related network components.

Change & Project Support

Support planned changes including firmware upgrades, ruleset optimisation, and migration activities.
Assist with firewall builds, interface configuration, and policy deployment.
Contribute to technical documentation, configuration records, and network diagrams.

Security & Compliance

Follow governance processes including change control and security standards.
Maintain accurate records of firewall rules, VPNs, and configurations.
Support audit and compliance activities by providing logs and technical evidence.

Continuous Improvement & Development

Work alongside senior engineers to develop knowledge in firewall technologies and security best practice.
Participate in training, shadowing, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce complexity, and enhance service reliability.
Maintain accurate records in IT service management systems.
Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to support service delivery and ongoing improvements.

What we’re looking for – Knowledge, Experience, & Skills

Essential

Good understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, DHCP).
Basic knowledge of firewall concepts (security policies, NAT, VPNs)
Experience troubleshooting IT or network-related issues.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Willingness and enthusiasm to develop a career in network security.
Good communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

Exposure to enterprise firewall platforms (e.g. Fortinet, Cisco, Palo Alto, Check Point).
Familiarity with network or security monitoring tools.
Understanding of cybersecurity standards (e.g. Cyber Essentials+, ISO 27001, NCSC guidance).
Basic knowledge of cloud networking (Azure/AWS).
Relevant certifications (e.g. Network+, Security+, CCNA, Fortinet NSE).
Awareness of ITIL or service management practices.
Experience working in a public sector or regulated environment.

Additional Information

Permanent, Full-time role (37 hours per week).
28 days’ annual leave (additional to Bank Holidays).
Flexible and hybrid working available.
This role requires regular attendance at Council Offices, so a full UK driving licence is essential.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship.

A full job description will be provided to shortlisted candidates or on request via [email protected]

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