Core IP Network Engineer at Netcom Africa

Objective & Summary

• The job holder will be responsible for participating in IP network operation, infrastructure connectivity and security planning as well as development.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in all network operations (IP network, wireless/wired/optical last mile), infrastructure connectivity, security planning as well as development.
• Support network design and implementation for enterprise and client networks.
• Ensure all IP devices are secured and within operational limits.
• Support daily IP network operation, project management and services monitoring.
• Conduct network analysis and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with Regional IP Registry.
• Document all network changes.
• Any other duties from time to time as required by the organization.

Requirements
Experience, Education and/or Professional Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Communications/Network/Computer Engineering (or equivalent).
• IP Certification, preferably from Cisco on CCNP level equivalent or above.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in IP Network and System Support.

Essential Skills / Knowledge:

• Hands-on experience in the design and operation of LAN/WAN technology including TCP/IP (routers, configuration and setup), Security (firewalls – Cisco, Juniper, Barracuda), Network management (switches, hubs, fibre-optic, cabling, packet sniffing).
• Advanced knowledge in Router, Catalyst, Load Balancer, Firewall, Security, Internet Connection, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP4, VPN, Frame Relay, TCP/IP, LAN/ WAN, VLAN, Spanning Tree, Ethereal.
• Knowledge of Unix/ Linux, Shell script, IDS, QoS, and Video/ Streaming Protocols.
• Experience designing last-mile access solutions for different environments (DSL, microwave radio, PTP and PTP radio, fibre etc.)
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Willing to perform work or provide support outside office hours.
• Highly motivated and resourceful.
• Must be a team player and be able to prioritize different requests and requirements.
• Hand-on design and operation of networks like BGP and MPLS.

Desirable Skills / Knowledge:

• Experience in ISP and managing a sizable IP network.
• Experience in liaising with Regional IP Registry (APNIC, RIPE, AfriNIC etc.)
• Knowledge of structure cabling and VoIP.

Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance (HMO)
• Paid Leave
• Group Life Insurance
• Hybrid work model
• Professional Development Reimbursement.