Simon Watkins

Simon Watkins

Senior Network Architect / Team Manager

Technical Solutions

Jersey

Simon joined Prosperity as a Senior Network Architect in the Technical Solutions team.

With over 25 years of experience in network and communications, Simon brings deep technical expertise and a strong understanding of the Channel Islands’ telecommunications landscape. He has worked with major integrators and the region’s largest telecom providers, delivering secure, scalable network solutions across sectors including finance, government and retail.

Simon specialises in the design and deployment of wired and wireless networks, security solutions, and monitoring systems tailored to organisations ranging from 30 to 3,000 users. He is a trusted advisor on Cisco, Meraki, Forcepoint, HPE and Aruba technologies.

A passionate advocate for sustainability in tech, Simon has worked closely with Cisco to promote circular economy practices. His efforts earned him shortlistings for the EMEA Customer Advocate of the Year (2023) and the Sustainability Changemaker Award (2024).

You can talk to Simon about network architecture, secure connectivity, sustainable technology practices and building resilient infrastructure that supports long-term business goals.

Specialist Areas

  • Network and security equipment: Cisco, Meraki, Forcepoint, HPE & Aruba
  • Design and deployment of network solutions for various client sizes (30-3000 users)
  • IP network design and implementation
  • Security solutions design and implementation
  • Monitoring solutions design tailored to customer network sizes

Professional Qualifications & Memberships

  • CCNP Enterprise
  • Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Core
  • Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Design
  • Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure
    Implementation
  • Cisco Certified Specialist – Security Core
  • Meraki CMNA
  • ITIL v3.0
  • Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity
  • Fortinet FortiGate 7.4 Operator