Network Administrator NW - Other

Six Sense Consulting; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Sense Consulting is seeking a seasoned Network Administrator to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure for a public entity. You will lead routing, switching, and security initiatives using Cisco technologies and ITIL-aligned processes.

The role requires CCNP or equivalent, CCNA, 5+ years of networking and ICT security experience, and strong knowledge of MPLS, OSPF, BGP, and PBR. Proficiency with Linux/Windows, MS Project, and office tools is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or a three-year Diploma in Information Technology or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in networking and ICT security.
• CCNP Enterprise or Security certification required.
• CCNA certification required.
• ITIL Foundation preferable.
• Experience with Cisco routers, Catalyst switches, ISE, ASA and FirePOWER.
• Networking design, planning, and installation.
• Routing protocols – MPLS, OSPF, BGP, and PBR.
• MS Project, MS Office, Outlook 365, Windows and Linux.
• Desktop and server software installation and configuration.
• Hardware skills to fix/maintain/repair.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network architecture and security safeguards.
• Manage and report on all network security processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve networking issues, communicating with staff and clients.
• Document SANSA network configurations for IP purposes.

Skills

5+ years networking experience

Network security expertise

CCNP Enterprise or Security

CCNA certified

ITIL Foundation

Troubleshooting & incident response

Education

Degree or Diploma in IT

Tools

Cisco routers

Cisco Catalyst switches

Cisco ISE

Cisco ASA & FirePOWER

MS Project / MS Office / Outlook 365

Job description

Network Administrator

Reference: SSC000563-AK-1
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a Network Administrator.

Duties & Responsibilities

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree or a three-year Diploma in Information Technology (IT) or related fields.
• 5+ years’ experience in the field handling network and ICT security.
• Certification for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise or Security-certified) required.
• Certification for Cisco Certified Network Associate, (CCNA-certified) required.
• ITIL Foundation preferable.
• Experience with Cisco routers, Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco ISE, Cisco ASA and Cisco FirePOWER.
• Networking (design, planning, and installation).
• Routing protocols – MPLS, OSPF, BGP, and Policy-Based Routing (PBR).
• Computer skills - MS Project, MS Office, Outlook 365, Microsoft Operating Systems, and Linux.
• Desktop software and server software (installing and configuring).
• Hardware technical skills, i.e., use tools and other means to fix/maintain/repair.

Duties:

• Design, implement, and maintain network architecture and security safeguards.
• Manage and implement all network security processes and maintain proper reports for the same.
• Troubleshoot and resolve networking issues, communicating effectively with employees, management, and clients.
• Update knowledge and skills related to networks and document the SANSA network configurations for intellectual property purposes.

Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application, your application was unsuccessful.