18 Network Administrator jobs in Ireland

About Us:

Focal Media Ltd is a leading Digital Signage and Digital Out of Home (DOOH) solutions provider, offering tailored digital display systems, content creation, audience analytics, and immersive media experiences for clients across Ireland. We work with high-profile brands and screen networks, delivering engaging digital communications that truly connect with audiences.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Network Administrator to oversee and support the operations of our Digital Signage Network. This role blends client service, content coordination, basic technical support, and data analysis. The ideal candidate will be tech-savvy with strong organisational and communication skills, and will be comfortable navigating digital tools, devices, and platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and screen partners on content scheduling, campaign updates, and performance reporting.
• Manage day-to-day operations of assigned digital signage accounts, ensuring accurate and timely deployment of content.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams including graphic design, tech support, and content operations.
• Monitor network performance and screen uptime; assist with diagnosing and escalating technical issues (Android/Windows-based systems).
• Prepare reports and presentations on content performance, audience metrics, and network status using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other tools.
• Maintain meticulous records and ensure all client campaigns and data are up-to-date in internal systems.
• Contribute to content quality control and assist in minor creative edits where applicable (experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus).
• Work alongside the tech team to support digital screen installations, device setups, and remote troubleshooting when required.

Requirements:

• Strong IT literacy; comfortable working across Windows and Android platforms is a benefit.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerBi).
• Familiarity with AV technologies, digital signage platforms, or computer science concepts.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret data and produce insightful reports for clients and internal stakeholders.
• A self-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) is advantageous.
• Previous experience in media, advertising, AV tech, or digital signage is a strong plus.

Nice to Have:

• Background or qualifications in IT, AV Technology, or Computer Science.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) used in digital signage.
• Experience using project management tools (e.g., Zoho, Trello, , or similar).

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and growing company at the forefront of digital communication.
• Opportunities for skill development and progression in digital media, technology, and client services.
• A collaborative team environment where your input is valued.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €39,148.47-€64,829.89 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Job Title: Network & Hardware Administrator

Location: Dublin, Ireland (100% Onsite, 5 days/week)

Duration: 6 Months (Possible extension)

Job Duties

• Administer, install, configure, and maintain
  network and hardware infrastructure
  .
• Provide onsite support (shift-based when required) for
  P1/P2 issues
  and other operational needs.
• Perform
  hardware administration
  , including onboarding new equipment into the network (ground-up design not mandatory).
• Work across both
  software and hardware administration
  with flexibility to switch responsibilities as needed.

Required Experience

• 7–10 years' experience
  in Network/Infrastructure administration.
• Strong background in
  routing, switching, and data center architectures
  .
• Hands-on experience with
  SD-WAN solutions
  .
• Vendor expertise with:
• Cisco, Arista, Aruba (switches, DC equipment)
• Aruba wireless
• SilverPeak SD-WAN
• Certifications:
  CCNA / CCNP / CCIE
  (mandatory).
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that's what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we're building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.

Job Description
GSC Network Operation Administrator
GSC Overview
Successful candidates will work in the purpose built
GSC
(Global Support Centre) Network Operations Room in Arklow.

The team provide 1st level support for our internal and external Premium customers, Bank and Card association Partners and 3rd party vendors. Working with Elavon Card processing teams we help monitor transaction payments and file settlement transfers across our Authorization platforms 247/365.

We help to ensure end to end monitoring and delivery of all the Company's major EU funding and out clearing file transfers.

Job Description

• Operates consoles, online terminals, and monitoring stations for the Network within the GSC.
• This position works under supervision of the GSC Manager as well as being able to work alone and manage/prioritize your work involvements and activities daily.
• Inform the Manager as well as users, communication centers, support-staff, and vendors of system status, processing exceptions, and equipment malfunctions.
• Analyzes and resolves application and system events.
• Attend Incident bridge calls as required to help triage and resolve P2 incident tickets with other support team stakeholders.
• Provides proactive IT Operations support in a large, complex, high transaction environment.
• Closely monitors exception monitoring tools such as Netcool and spectrum to ensure established service levels are met.
• Demonstrates the sense of urgency and commitment required for managing a 24/7 operation.
• Maintains accurate, detailed, and timely incident records. Adheres to all policies, standards, and procedures.
• Covers peripheral Stratus Operator tasks within the GSC including providing cover for lunch breaks when required.
• Adopt a flexible approach when required to cover Change maintenance activity. Raise and participate in Change activity Service Now Tasks as required.
• When required and with agreement from the GSC Manager work on and with other teams on Network projects, audits and Compliance activities.
• Be innovative in relation to new products and equipment that is out there that may enhance Network Operations ie ThousandEyes and Cloud based monitoring.
• This role is shift work involving a 4 week cycle of 14 x 12 hour shifts (8am – 8pm and 8pm to 8am) including 2 weekends within the cycle. As such this role attracts a shift allowance.
• The role is mandated as 'Onsite' working with hybrid flexibility from time to time when resources allow.

Skillset

• Proactive problem solver with ability to work Technical issues at Tier 1 level and callout additional support thereafter.
• Good team player but with ability to work alone when required.
• Diligent finisher with an eye for detail.
• Good communicator both verbal and written with confidence to communicate with Business teams, Tech support teams, Customers and Elavon Management.
• Flexibility together with quick decisive decision making is a key element.
• Basic Qualifications
• Diploma or equivalent work related experience
• At least 1 years experience working in a data center operating environment, day-to-day operational requirements, and the operation of production systems and equipment.
• Preferred Skills/Experience
• Enhanced understanding in :
• Telecommunications
• Hardware infrastructure
• Computer operations
• T systems management.

Shift work
This role is shift work involving 12 hour shifts (8am – 8pm
and
8pm to 8am) including 2 weekends within the cycle. This can be explained in more detail during the recruitment process.

However as this is shift based - this role attracts an additional shift allowance.

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits
:

We offer an exciting, fast-paced and diverse working environment with employees of many different nationalities. We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial security; and give you peace of mind. We also invest in your career growth with development resources that give you the opportunity to stretch and shine.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

We are looking for an ONSITE IT & Network Support Engineer/Technician to support Casual Freelancing type tasks in your area. Would you be interested in contractual tasks? you will be paid either on an hourly or daily/half-day basis. Tickets will be dispatched with respect to your area & you may support them as per your availability (weekdays, weekends).

Tasks will be L1 & L2 IT/Networking related like desktop support, Server/Rack part (Hard disk drives, etc.) hardware installation & replacement. Provide on-site assistance (console access Router/Switch/Firewall etc.) to remote support.

Base Skill Set:

Expertise in System Desktop Administration, Customer Service, Incident/Change/Release management, and Support for various third-party applications on Windows Platforms

Professionally trained & certified in IT Infrastructure Library & Windows Server Administration and also has a sharp focus on utilizing the programming techniques for various initiative activities

Basic understanding of DHCP, DNS, IP addressing, fixing wireless Lan, Ethernet desktop configuration issues, and subnetting.

Technical troubleshooting and hands-on experience with different OS such as iOS, Android, Windows, and Blackberry devices

Job Type: Contract

Pay: €20.00-€30.00 per hour

Job Title:
Network Security Engineer (Cisco ISE)

Location:
Dublin (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)

Job Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

Salary:
€60,000 – €5,000 + Standard Benefits

Overview:

A leading organisation in Dublin is seeking an experienced
Network Security Engineer
to join its infrastructure team on a
permanent, full-time basis
. This position offers a
hybrid working model
, with three days onsite and two remote, and provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to work with enterprise-grade network security technologies in a dynamic environment.

Role Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of secure network infrastructure, with a strong focus on
Cisco ISE
,
wireless technologies
, and
routing & switching
. This is a hands-on technical role that will suit someone with a solid background in Cisco networking and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, manage, and maintain
  Cisco ISE
  for network access control and policy enforcement.
• Support and optimise
  wireless networking
  infrastructure across multiple sites.
• Maintain and troubleshoot
  routing and switching
  infrastructure (Cisco-based).
• Monitor network performance and security, responding to incidents and implementing improvements.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure secure, reliable connectivity across the organisation.
• Document configurations, changes, and processes in line with IT standards.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a network engineering or network security role.
• Strong hands-on experience with
  Cisco ISE
  (design, deployment, and management).
• Solid understanding of
  wireless networks
  , including configuration and performance tuning.
• Proficient in
  routing and switching
  protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP).
• Familiar with network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, or equivalent) are advantageous.

Offer & Benefits:

• Salary:
  ,000 – €6 00, depending on experience
• Standard benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and annual leave
• Hybrid working model
  : 3 days in-office, 2 days remote
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with modern network technologies

Network & Security Engineer (Level 2)

About Your New Employer

• Innovative and forward-thinking company
  : Join a team that is at the forefront of cybersecurity and network engineering.
• Collaborative environment
  : Work with a dynamic team that values innovation and professional growth.
• Cutting-edge projects
  : Be part of exciting projects that involve the latest in network security and SOC operations.

About Your New Job

• Support & Operations
  : Provide Level 2 support for networking and security incidents, monitor and manage firewall and SASE environments, perform proactive maintenance, and escalate to Level 3 or vendor support when required.
• SOC & Security Monitoring
  : Monitor SIEM dashboards, perform initial triage, containment, and escalation of security incidents, assist in threat hunting, log analysis, and vulnerability management, and document incidents.
• Project Participation
  : Support implementation and migration projects, assist in firewall upgrades, VPN rollouts, and SD-WAN/SASE deployments, and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Collaboration
  : Work closely with the SOC, senior engineers, and project managers, and contribute to a knowledge-sharing environment and continuous improvement.

What Skills You Need

• Essential
  :
• 2-4 years' experience in network/security engineering or SOC environments.
• Working knowledge of firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, SonicWall).
• Experience with SASE or SD-WAN solutions (Cato, Versa preferred).
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.).
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills for networking (routing, switching, VPNs).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to follow incident response processes.
• Desirable
  :
• Experience working in an MSP or enterprise SOC environment.
• Exposure to endpoint security, EDR, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• Certifications such as NSE4, PCNSA/PCNSE, Security+, CCNA Security, or SOC analyst certs (e.g., Blue Team Level 1/2).
• Knowledge of cloud security (Azure, AWS).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits package
  : Attractive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development
  : Career development with a path toward Level 3/senior engineering roles, training and certification support.
• Hybrid working
  : Base in Limerick with hybrid working options.
• Innovative environment
  : Exposure to enterprise security projects and technologies.

What's Next

Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button or call me, Michael on If the job isn't quite right but you are looking for something similar, please get in touch. We also have multiple Temp, FTC, and Contract jobs available.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a Network & Security Architect position within a leading Irish technology consultancy. You'll work directly alongside the Technical Director, shaping high-impact network and security solutions for a diverse range of enterprise customers.

The role has come about due to an internal promotion - meaning you'll be joining a high-performing team where progression is both achievable and encouraged. If you're an experienced Network Engineer or Consultant looking to take ownership of end-to-end design, pre-sales and implementation leadership, this is your next move.

You'll join a business that has established partnerships with the industry's leading vendors and is investing heavily in next-generation technologies such as CATO SD-WAN, Versa, Azure Cloud Networking, and SOC/SIEM integrations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead customer-facing architecture sessions to capture requirements and translate them into robust, scalable designs.

• Own solution design for LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, and Security projects.

• Work across pre-sales and delivery to ensure seamless execution.

• Guide junior team members and act as the escalation point for complex designs.

• Collaborate with the Technical Director to drive strategic vendor relationships and shape technical direction.

• Oversee implementations and ensure successful project outcomes.

• Contribute to proposals, HLDs, and SOWs for customer projects.

Skills / Must Have:

• Strong experience in Cisco and Palo Alto environments.

• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies — CATO or Versa preferred.

• Hands-on with Aruba Wi-Fi and Switching.

• Exposure to Azure Cloud Networking.

• Experience with SOC/SIEM platforms.

• Proven track record in solution design, pre-sales, and customer engagement.

• Confident presenting solutions and guiding customers through technical strategy.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based progression.

• Vendor training and certification support.

• Pension and healthcare package.

• Collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

• Leadership exposure working directly with the Technical Director.

Salary:

€85,000 – €90,000 per annum

Location:

Based in Dublin or Limerick – 3 days a week in the office

Network Security Engineer- Dublin
€70-90k with benefits

**Please note that this role will be based in Dublin Ireland. Applicants applying must be eligible to work and open to relocate**

We have an exclusive requirement for a Network Security specialist with one of our long-standing clients in Dublin Ireland offering a very flexible hybrid schedule.

The Network Security Engineer will be joining the Design & Engineering team. You will be the 10th member of a highly skilled group of security engineers, working across complex customer environments, delivering implementations, migrations, and escalations.

This is a hands-on technical role that will require you to have expertise in Check Point firewalls focusing on project delivery, advanced troubleshooting and collaboration with peers.

What You'll Do

• Implement, configure, and manage Check Point firewalls and security solutions.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for complex issues.
• Assist in customer projects, including migrations (Fortinet to Check Point).
• Support solution design when required.
• Collaborate with peers, knowledge share, and contribute to a strong team culture.

What You Will Have

• Strong hands-on experience with Check Point firewalls.
• Check Point certifications ideally CCSE

• Deep technical troubleshooting skills:

• Command line and policy installation troubleshooting.

• TCP dump and packet analysis.

• SMS server knowledge.

• Experience with cluster/firewall replacement projects.

• Broader exposure to Aruba, Cisco, or Fortinet is a plus.

Network Security Engineer - Dublin

I am excited to be working with one of Europe's leading companies who are looking to fill a number of critical Network Security Engineers to work from their state of the art Dublin offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and secure Cisco Routers, Switches, Networking Devices, and Security Appliances.
• Configure, support, and troubleshoot Firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS solutions across complex networking environments.
• Design and implement secure network architectures using Cisco Secure Access, Edge Network Security, Threat Control, and Secure Mobility solutions.
• Deploy and manage Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and implement 802.1X secure network access policies.
• Monitor and maintain network access security using Cisco ISE appliances.
• Implement advanced Cisco security solutions to mitigate external threats and protect connected devices.
• Provide operational support for identity management and network access control systems.
• Identify and resolve issues within Cisco network security appliances and Cisco IOS Software devices.
• Configure Cisco perimeter edge security solutions, including Cisco ASA firewalls.
• Manage and maintain the security of Cisco switches, routers, and ASA firewalls.
• Implement and troubleshoot remote-access and site-to-site VPN solutions using Cisco ASA and Cisco IOS routers.
• Deploy Cisco ASA Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Web Security, Email Security, and Cloud Web Security solutions.
• Troubleshoot Network Access Control, Web Authentication, and Guest Access configurations.
• Apply strong understanding of Cisco ISE Fundamentals, Advanced Access Control, and Endpoint Access Control.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in Network Security, particularly within Cisco Network environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Umbrella, Stealthwatch, WSA, ESA, AMP for Network and Endpoint, ASA, NGFW, Firepower NGIPS, Cloudlock CASB, AnyConnect, ACI Security, Threat Control, TrustSec, and DNA.
• Additional experience with any of the following is an advantage: Cisco Data Center Nexus, Cloud Security, Cisco ASA/PIX, Cisco Secure ACS, Cisco ACI, Cisco IronPort, Checkpoint FW-1/NG, Juniper Netscreen/SRX, Bluecoat, and Fortinet security hardware/software products.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Full driving license and access to own vehicle
  (required).

This is a phenomenal time to join my client as they expand their Network team. Get in touch ASAP and do not miss this amazing opportunity

Desired Skills and Experience
Network Security Engineer