This role oversees the deployment and administration of enterprise-scale network infrastructure, ensuring that all interconnected systems maintain peak performance and maximum operational availability.

Duties and responsibilities

Infrastructure Optimisation: Administer and maintain WAN, LAN, and Wi-Fi networks to ensure peak performance and maximum availability.
Hardware Governance: Ensure all network assets, including routers, switches, load balancers, wireless controllers, and firewalls remain in good working condition.
Technical Troubleshooting: Resolve complex network and security incidents, addressing performance bottlenecks and capacity constraints.
Critical Incident Response: Provide rapid support for production outages, including hardware restoration during and outside of standard business hours.
Technical Documentation: Lead the management of network configurations, firmware versions, network diagrams, and end-device cabling records.
Consultancy & Project Management: Provide technical support and consultation, conduct procurement, and perform project management activities for enhancement and change in Network and Security configuration.
Continuous Improvement: Define infrastructure processes and spearhead service initiatives to elevate operational quality and team productivity.
Security Coordination: Partner with external vendors for security audits and penetration testing; collaborate with the cybersecurity team to remediate infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Stakeholder Reporting: Execute specialised network projects and auxiliary tasks as directed by senior IT leadership.

Qualifications & Competencies

Academic Background: Holds a Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, or advanced qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Professional Certifications: CCNA certification is preferred; additional security-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, or PCNSE) will be viewed favorably.
Network Protocol Expertise: Proficient in configuring and managing complex environments, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN Tunnels (GRE/IPSec), VRF, and VXLAN.
Layer 2/3 Proficiency: Deep understanding of HSRP/VRRP, QoS, IP Accounting, NAT/PAT, Port Channels, and Policy-Based Routing.
Security Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade security appliances, specifically Cisco FirePower and Palo Alto networks.
Network Management & Monitoring: Familiarity with deploying and configuring NMS tools, including Forescout, SolarWinds, and NetFlow (MRTG/PRTG).
Traffic Management: Competency in managing high-availability environments using F5 Networks or A10 Load Balancers.
Compliance & Procurement: Experienced in executing security remediation audits and contributing to the technical requirements for RFP/RFQ tender processes.
Experience Level: While relevant professional experience is advantageous, we welcome applications from highly motivated entry-level candidates and fresh graduates who demonstrate strong technical foundational knowledge and an aptitude for network engineering.
Analytical Rigor: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on goal-oriented outcomes.
Professionalism: A self-motivated professional capable of working autonomously while maintaining collaboration within a team environment.
Communication: Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for various stakeholders.

Additional Information

Employment Terms: This position is offered as a one-year renewable contract , with the possibility of extension based on performance and organisational requirements.
Work Schedule: The role operates on a five-day work week.
Operational Readiness: Candidates must be available for after-hours standby duties. This includes performing incident management, emergency hardware restoration, or scheduled system maintenance during off-peak hours to ensure minimal disruption to enterprise services.

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