IT Network Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
Create and maintain
network plans for the Programme, contribute to setting service level
agreements, and plan the infrastructure necessary to provide the network
services.
Create HLDs and LLDs as
well as reviewing and update existing documentation.
Build and maintain the
architectural schema of the enterprise network infrastructure.
Carry out network
maintenance regarding performance, security patches, security policies,
software versions, security configuration, high availability, and
recoverability.
Scan the network for common vulnerabilities and exposures across the entire network.
Carry out model
infrastructure for disaster recovery and testing for audit purposes.
Contribute inputs to the
IT policy-making process.
Handle network and
security infrastructure-related project-based work to implement new networking
solutions.
Design and implement
network architecture in line with design best practices.
Carry out network
infrastructure product life cycle management.
Ensure compliance with
industry standards and regulations.
Participate in incident
response and security incident investigations when necessary.
Liaise with the
infrastructure manager in developing enterprise network growth plans.
Provide direction on
outsourced infrastructure consultancies, and work with vendors to establish
integration procedures, test plans, and completion documents.
Transit technology
products in the service portfolio, retiring and replacing them at the end of
the product lifecycle.
Support the wired,
wireless, and firewall ecosystem on the enterprise networked infrastructure.
Manage incidences,
problems, events, and service requests and raise change requests to transit
resolves to technology problems.
Provide 3rd-line support
for the Desktop Support Technicians as required.
Create and maintain
network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
Collaborate with vendors,
internal teams, and stakeholders to meet network infrastructure requirements.
Financial Responsibility:
None
Job Specifications
Bachelor of Science Degree
in Information Technology/Computer Science specializing in IP Networking and
Security or in related specialization of study; Master is an added advantage
Qualifications
Desired Skills
CCIE, Fortinet NSE, CEH,
MCSE, HPE Aruba certification (ACMP, ACCP, ACMA, ACSA), SAN Certification
Minimum 5 Years with 3
Years’ experience at Supervisory level
Experience in supporting a
20+ mixed Operation System server environment.
Experience in installing
and supporting Windows 20xx.
Active Directory support
and management.
Knowledge and experience
of Networking concepts, Network security, SAN-based storage solutions, and IT
best practices.
Proven experience working
with HPE, Aruba, and FortiGate
Proven experience working
with Network Access Control solutions.
Competencies:
Demonstrate high levels of
integrity and confidentiality.
Excellent interpersonal,
written, presentation, and communication skills.
Good analytical, problem
solving and critical thinking skills.
Teamwork and ability to
work with diverse teams.
Strong Flexibility,
adaptability, multi-tasking, and attention to detail.
Strong team coordination
and Supervisory skills.
