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Networking Engineer (P13): ICT

Sol Plaatje University
Kimberley Full-day Full-time

Description:

Purpose
The main purpose of this position is the management of network infrastructure, VoIP infrastructure, inventory management, second and third line support (Tier 2 and 3), network monitoring applications and tools.
Minimum Requirements
  • National Diploma in Information Communication Technology or
  • N+, Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft certified system engineer (MCSE) or Cisco certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Driver’s license.
  • Willingness to work outside of normal working hours.
  • Three to four years of related experience.

Recommendation
  • Experience implementing and supporting secure network infrastructure solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of routing and switching; routers, gateways, firewalls, VPN
  • Experience in complex MPLS and Unified Communications environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of QoS, IP Sec, multicast, and load balancing techniques.
  • Medium to Large CISCO network experience
Duties and responsibilities

Install and configure network infrastructure systems
  • Performs installation, setup, configuration, upgrade, troubleshooting, and remedial maintenance for enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation of network configurations and cabling layouts.
  • Design, deploy, and administer the Wireless Infrastructure and supporting systems.
  • Connect all relevant technology to the network with secure protocols.
Maintain, repair and upgrade network infrastructure
  • Recommend upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment.
  • Train team members on new hardware or software.
  • Analyse and monitor server security and make recommendations or implement patches/fixes to address potential security holes.
  • Provide on-call and weekend support when needed.
Diagnose and fix problems or potential problems with the network infrastructure
  • Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated, approaches for system administration tasks.
  • Proactively seek changes or upgrades that can improve the network in a way that adds value to the educational project at SPU.
Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
  • Monitor the performance of the network using analytical data to seek problems or concerns.
  • Research and implement best practices.
  • Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.


Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.


Requirements:

  • National Diploma in Information Communication Technology or
  • N+, Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft certified system engineer (MCSE) or Cisco certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Driver’s license.
  • Willingness to work outside of normal working hours.
  • Three to four years of related experience.
  • Experience implementing and supporting secure network infrastructure solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of routing and switching; routers, gateways, firewalls, VPN
  • Experience in complex MPLS and Unified Communications environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of QoS, IP Sec, multicast, and load balancing techniques.
  • Medium to Large CISCO network experience
  • Performs installation, setup, configuration, upgrade, troubleshooting, and remedial maintenance for enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation of network configurations and cabling layouts.
  • Design, deploy, and administer the Wireless Infrastructure and supporting systems.
  • Connect all relevant technology to the network with secure protocols.
  • Recommend upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment.
  • Train team members on new hardware or software.
  • Analyse and monitor server security and make recommendations or implement patches/fixes to address potential security holes.
  • Provide on-call and weekend support when needed.
  • Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated, approaches for system administration tasks.
  • Proactively seek changes or upgrades that can improve the network in a way that adds value to the educational project at SPU.
  • Monitor the performance of the network using analytical data to seek problems or concerns.
  • Research and implement best practices.
  • Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.
07 May 2025;   from: careers24.com

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