IP Transport Specialist - ESN and Commercial

IP Transport Specialist - ESN and Commercial

Posting Date: 1 Apr 2025

Unit: Networks

Location: Rowley Lane, Borehamwood, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive Salary + Great Benefits

Function: ESN and Commercial Engineering

Location: Borehamwood or Bristol

We’ve always been an organisation with purpose; we connect for good. As part of our commitment to do the best for our customer and country we run EE, the UK’s number 1 network in the UK for over 10 years. The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a huge strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customer and our country. ESN will be one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks in the world. BT is proud to be the official supplier providing mission critical and trusted communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and build upon EE’s existing 4G network to provide essential new voice, data services, and critical communications services to 300,000 members of frontline emergency service users.

The IP Transport Specialist will be responsible for how the IP Transport network design for BT’s mobile services, for our commercial and Emergency Services customers, is replicated, implemented, and maintained in the representative test & innovation environments. This role ensures the Mobile Labs network's reliability, security, and performance, supporting critical communication services.

The successful candidate will be cleared to BPSS (or equivalent) as a minimum. You may even be required to undergo National Security Vetting (e.g. CTC, SC or NPPV).

What you’ll be doing

1. Configure and deploy network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls to support ESN's infrastructure.
2. Diagnose and resolve network issues, including connectivity problems, performance degradation, and security incidents.
3. Continuously monitor network performance and security, implementing necessary updates and patches. Implement and manage security protocols to protect the network from potential threats.
4. Provide ongoing operational support, ensuring network stability and performance. This includes managing network changes, performing routine maintenance, and responding to incidents.
5. Work closely with Design teams, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure network reliability and efficiency.

The skills you’ll need

• Network Configuration
• Technical Documentation
• Network Integration
• Troubleshooting

What we would like to see on your CV

• Expert level knowledge of IP Transport. Hands-on experience with Nokia's SR 7750 IPsec GW framework and proficiency with Cisco Nexus 7000 and 9000 series.
• Extensive expertise in IP MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) and related services, including architecture, label distribution, traffic engineering, and MPLS-based VPN implementation.
• Understanding of firewall technologies, with hands-on experience in Checkpoint and Fortinet being advantageous.
• Exposure to automation tools, Junos OS, F5 BIG-IP, Load balancer, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), mobile backhaul and Cisco ASR 1001, would be highly beneficial.
• Certification in any of the following would be preferred - NRS2, CCNA, CCNP.

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

Benefits

• 10% on target annual bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• X4 Salary Life Assurance
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care, and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working

This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact on society.

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.