Digital Network Specialist

*Salary: £50,221 - £53,607 (Plus an annual supplement of £4000 and on-call allowance of £2600)*An exciting opportunity has arisen within SPS Headquarters as we recruit for a Digital Network Specialist to join the Team. As the Digital Network Specialist, you will be responsible for the support and maintenance of the Scottish Prison Service (SPS)’ network and Network Security Infrastructure & Unified Comms ensuring that all components are working optimally and patched as appropriate. This will include switches, firewalls, routers and Unified Communication platforms for video and voice.You will work closely with other colleagues on the systems team to ensure that the SPS’ digital services are reliably available to all our users.You will contribute to the SPS Digital Strategy, including supporting the continual service enhancement services.*If you have the following, we would like to hear from you:** Technology training in IT, preferably in Network Technologies & Unified Communications Support / Design.* This would be evidenced by courses completed such as Cisco Certified Network Associate, or CCNA Routing and Switching or CCNA Security (Essential).* Cisco CCNP, Cisco CCIE (Voice, UC or Security), or equivalent. (Desirable)* Significant experience of working in the Networking Support / Design fields, including knowledge and experience of network security and security controls.* Sound knowledge and experience of using Information & Communications Technology solutions as well as a detailed knowledge of Cisco architecture and integration.* Advanced networking understanding and skills; including firewalls, Security and VoIP/Video.* Experienced in using operating systems such as Windows and Unix / Linux and a working knowledge of integrated and non-integrated Unified Communications systems.*Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are:** Attractive Pension (Civil Service).* Commitment to your personal and professional development.* Free gym and car parking.* Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days.* Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and Civil Service Sports Council.* Sick Pay.For information on the job, including full job description and person specification, and to apply for these vacancies please click the apply button.We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities.Pay: £50,221.00-£53,607.00 per yearWork Location: In person