Network Team Leader – Education SaaS Provider - System Integrator

Are you a strong technical leader with a background in networking and security? 

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing, global SaaS provider in the education sector, leading a Network Operations team that supports both internal teams and customers.

This is an amazing opportunity for a technically strong leader to shape and grow a Network Operations team in a mission-driven, global SaaS company. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Why Join?

• Leadership & Technical Blend – Lead a skilled team while staying hands-on with networking.
• Global Scope – Work across the UK, EMEA, and Canada.
• Flexible Work Arrangement – Primarily remote, with occasional visits to the Canning Town data centre.
• Education-Focused Mission – Support schools, academies, and trusts with SaaS solutions.
• Great Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an early start, early finish (7:30 AM - 3:00 PM).

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the Network Operations team (three engineers + you)
• Overseeing customer and internal network operations
• Deploying and managing network solutions, including:
  • FortiGate Firewalls
  • Cisco Networks (routers, switches, firewalls)
  • Cloud & Virtualization – VMware, Azure, AWS, GCP (solid understanding required)
  • IPSec Tunnel Monitoring – ensuring secure customer connectivity
  • Network Troubleshooting – diagnosing and resolving performance issues
• Leading project management by assigning tasks, tracking progress, and removing roadblocks
• Driving innovation by recommending new network technologies and expanding infrastructure
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their training and development

Skills & Requirements:

• Strong Networking Expertise – routers, switches, firewalls (FortiGate & Cisco)
• Solid understanding of Cloud & Virtualisation (VMware, Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Leadership Skills – ability to lead, mentor, and manage projects
• Experience supporting education sector clients (Schools, Academies, Trusts) is a plus
• Linux/Unix experience would be helpful, but not essential
• Must be within 1-hour commute of Canning Town

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £70,000 - £80,000
• Work from home with occasional office visits
• Pension (TPI) & Employee Assistance Plan (Health Assured)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• $1,000 annual training budget