QR ICT NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE ADMINISTRATOR IN SOUTH AFRICA

Key Performance Areas Network Administration: ·         Implement network solutions, this will incorporate technologies such as  HP switches and Cisco routers, Load Balancers, Firewalls (Fortigate), CoS/ QoS, Network management tools and VPN Technologies ·         Provide 2nd level support for LAN/WAN data communication problems and/or tasks ·         Analyze complex network problems and coordinate to resolution ·         Use the network performance and monitoring tools to provide ad hoc capacity planning and trending as well as technical/ connectivity guidance to clients ·         Submit and review planned network changes (Change Control) ·         Provide technical support and analysis where required, both during business day and after hours on a rotational standby basis ·         Analyze application problems and assist in the coordination of resolutions where necessary ·         Ensure that all elements of the network infrastructure are documented and that relevant standards are understood and adhered to ·         Assist with the formulation and maintenance of configuration templates ·         Provide mentorship to junior team members and educate colleagues as well as internal customers   Improve business efficiency through the use of technology: ·         Reduce manual tasks and provide efficiencies through use of technology ·         Recommend improvements to promote efficient and cost saving   Requirements: ·         A relevant 3 year Information Technology Degree or Diploma ·         Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) or higher certifications would be advantageous ·         Minimum of 3 years' experience specializing in supporting large scale LAN/ WAN environments and supporting/ diagnosing IP based network issues ·         Proven ability in problem solving strategies to diagnose and resolve complex network issues ·         IT networking experience with both small to corporate environments ·         Competent in HP Switches, Cisco Wireless Controllers and APs ·         Must have Security (Firewalling) experience with a good understanding of IP's, VOIP's, Routing protocols (MPLS) and all web based protocols