NS218679 - Technical Analyst (Communications/Network)

Technical Analyst (Communications/Network)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS Grampian Digital Directorate for a skilled and motivated IT Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. We are seeking a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and self-driven professional to contribute to the development and support of our critical network infrastructure.

The role will provide the successful applicant with an interesting, varied and rewarding challenge, as the team provides and manages the critical underlying network infrastructure across more than 120 sites within NHS Grampian. Currently the team are working on several significant projects, using new and innovative technologies, providing one of the most modern, high capacity and highly available networks in the country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain wired and wireless network infrastructure in line with best practices.
• Ensure network security, performance, and availability across all NHS Grampian sites.
• Monitor and support network services, providing technical expertise and troubleshooting as required.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver strategic digital projects and improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience in an IP networking environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Desirable Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience with Aruba switching and Cisco wireless technologies.
• Industry certification such as CCNA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of IP voice technologies.

Additional Information:

• The successful candidate will be based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary but must be able to travel to other NHS Grampian sites. Pool vehicles are available and a driving licence that permits the driving of a car in the UK on a permanent basis, is essential.
• A hybrid working model (part office-based, part remote) is available.
• The Digital Directorate is currently undertaking an organisational change process to embrace a more modern structure and new ways of working, ensuring it is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.

For informal enquiries please contact Paul Finlayson (Communications Manager) at

Interviews will be held on 15th August 2025

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

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