Hamilton Barnes
About the Company
Founded in 2014 and with over 25 years of recruitment experience, we are committed to providing exceptional service to all our clients to help them secure the best talent and opportunities in the market. We provide a consultative and customer-focused recruitment solution, where customer service is paramount to the experience, specialising in recruitment in:
Enterprise & Wireless Networks:
Cisco Systems, Juniper Networks, Aruba Networks & Arista Networks
Network Automation:
Cisco DevNet, Python, Ansible, Terraform & Nornir
Network Security:
Palto Alto, Fortinet, F5, Infoblox, Checkpoint, ZScaler & Cisco Security
SD-WAN, IP Networks & Transmission Networks:
Nokia, Juniper Networks, Cisco Systems, Huawei, Ciena, Adtran, ADVA &
Infinera
Financial Networks:
Exchange Connectivity, Market Data (Multicast), Low Latency Trading
Infrastructure, Enterprise Financial Networks.
Radio Frequency Networks:
Satellite and Radio (VSAT, Radio Frequency & Microwave), Mobile Networks
(2G-5G, LTE & VoLTE).
Fibre Networks:
FTTX Installations, Network Build, Fibre Planning, Project Management,
Civils & Streetworks.
Project Management & Program Management:
Project Co-ordination, PMO Analyst, PMO Lead, Business Analyst, Project
Manager & Programme Manager
Service Delivery Management:
Service Delivery Manager, Service Delivery Co-ordinator, Service Transition,
Service Manager & Service Architect
Cyber Security:
SIEM/SOC, Endpoint Protection, Information Security, Anti virus, Cloud
Security & Red Team
Security Cleared Professionals:
SC Cleared, DV Cleared, CTC Cleared & NATO Cleared, SC & DV Cleared
Professional
We are proud to have developed long-term relationships with our clients.
Our goal is to become the recognised leader globally for Permanent and Contract recruitment solutions in our niche.
Listed Jobs
- Company Name
- Hamilton Barnes
- Job Title
- Network Project Engineer - 6 Month Contract - Outside IR35
- Job Description
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Network Project Engineer - 6 Month Contract - Outside IR35
We're working with a managed service provider, looking for a Network Project engineer to join on an initial 6 Month Contract - Outside IR35! You'll be working on critical network projects with a focus on replacing core and aggregation networks and handling large-scale L3 subnetting.
Key Details:
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months - Scope for extension
Location: Fully Remote
Determination: Outside IR35
Key Responsibilities:
Implement, and manage network changes, including access switch migrations, core replacements, and aggregation updates.
Perform routing and switching tasks with Cisco Access & Distribution technologies.
Handle subnetting for thousands of devices, ensuring seamless network operations.
Execute and support network adds and changes, maintaining operational integrity.
Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.
Qualifications & Skills:
Proven experience in Routing & Switching, Cisco Access & Distribution, and large-scale L3 subnetting.
Cisco R&S - ISR, ASR, Nexus & Catalyst
Strong knowledge of network implementation and aggregation network replacements.
Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP)
Proficient in diagnosing and resolving complex network issues.
Protocols: OSFP/SR/MPLS/BGP/EVPN/L3 & L2VPNS/Multicast
We're conducting interviews as we speak, so if this position is of interest to you, please reach out with your updated CV ASAP!
Network Project Engineer - 6 Month Contract - Outside IR35
- Company Name
- Hamilton Barnes
- Job Title
- Principal Network Engineer - 6 months - Outside IR35
- Job Description
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Principal Network Engineer - 6 months - Outside IR35
We are representing a leading Cisco Gold Partner, who is seeking an experienced Principal Network Engineer to join the team in a critical project role. You will work at the forefront of network design, implementation, and troubleshooting for a fast-paced Altnet broadband provider. This role requires a hands-on leader with exceptional expertise in Cisco carrier-grade solutions and cutting-edge technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and deliver network projects with autonomy.
Design, migrate, and implement carrier-grade network solutions.
Configure and manage Cisco ASR, NCS devices, and Firepower models.
Troubleshoot complex issues using packet analysis.
Develop and maintain High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), and Migration Strategies.
Utilize and configure Network Monitoring Systems (NMS).
Work collaboratively to implement new technologies in a fast-paced environment.
Skills, Experience, and Qualifications (Required):
Ideally 10 years of core Cisco network experience, preferably within an Altnet broadband provider.
Proven hands-on experience with carrier-grade Cisco ASR and NCS devices.
Strong leadership and project delivery skills.
Extensive knowledge of carrier technologies: BGP, OSPF/ISIS, Segment Routing, Multicast, IPv6, Firewalls, MPLS, and MPLS-based VPN solutions.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Cisco Firepower models 2130, 4112, and 1140.
Comprehensive knowledge of OpenGear console models IM7216-2-24E-DAC-LR and IM7232-2-DAC.
Proficiency with NMS tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG, etc.).
CCIE certification required, Cisco security certification desirable.
Strong network security experience.
Familiarity with PON-based infrastructure.
Automation and Scripting skills.
Exposure to SDN.
Contract Details:
Duration: 6 months (Scope for potential extension)
Day Rate: £400 Per Day - £500 Per Day (Outside IR35)
Location: Central London/WFH
Start Date: ASAP
Principal Network Engineer - 6 months - Outside IR35
- Company Name
- Hamilton Barnes
- Job Title
- Network Engineer (Night work) - 3-Month Contract - Outside IR35 - London
- Job Description
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Network Engineer (Night work) - 3-Month Contract - Outside IR35 - London
Hamilton Barnes are currently representing a IT-Consultancy who are looking for a Network Engineer for a 3-Month rolling contract. This role will be based 2 days per week on site in Central London. This will be predominately night work, working outside of normal business hours.
Responsibilities:
You will own, manage and deliver Network projects
Troubleshoot and resolves any issues during the migration and upgrade project
Mixture of deployment and support (Network Monitoring)
Carry out maintenance/support outside of normal business hours
Key Skills:
3+ Years experience working in Core/Service Provider environments
PON Network Security experience
Strong Protocol experience - BGP, OSPF, MPLS on IOS-XR Platforms
Experience working with Nokia PON equipment - FX-8 ISAM and PON CPEs
CCNA-SP/CCNP-SP preferred
Contract Details:
Start Date - ASAP
Duration - 3-Months Rolling
Location - 2 days per week on site, Central London
Determination - Outside IR35
Network Engineer (Night work) - 3-Month Contract - Outside IR35 - London
- Company Name
- Hamilton Barnes
- Job Title
- Principal DevOps Engineer - 3 months Rolling - Outside IR35 - London/WFH
- Job Description
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Principal DevOps Engineer - 3 months Rolling - Outside IR35 - London/WFH
We're currently representing one of our key partners who is looking for a Principal DevOps Engineer to join a major project.
What you'll do:
Architect automated provisioning and configuration with tools like Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for seamless updates and deployments.
Implement top-tier monitoring solutions (Elastic, SolarWinds, Zabbix) to keep systems running flawlessly.
Integrate DevOps principles into workflows for maximum efficiency.
Lead disaster recovery, backup automation, and security best practices.
Work with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP to optimize infrastructure.
What you'll bring:
Deep expertise in Linux, Windows, and hybrid environments.
A proactive mindset for automating repetitive tasks.
Strong collaborative skills for cross-functional teamwork.
A passion for staying ahead in the ever-evolving DevOps landscape.
Contract Details:
Duration: 3 months Rolling
Determination: Outside IR35
Day Rate: £450 Per Day - £500 Per Day
Location: London/WFH - Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Start Date: ASAP
Principal DevOps Engineer - 3 months Rolling - Outside IR35 - London/WFH