Network Engineer

OryxAlign; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable network infrastructures. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in networking, strong expertise in Cisco technologies, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers a collaborative work environment and participation in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Networking within MSP or multi-tenant environments.
• Proven experience in enterprise network engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (CCNA/CCNP preferred).
• Experience with SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Meraki, or similar platforms).
• Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, NAT, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage Cisco-based network solutions.
• Monitor network performance and proactively address issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations.

Skills

Cisco networking technologies

SD-WAN solutions

Network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Wireshark

Job description

Role Overview

The Network Engineer plays a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network infrastructures across OryxAlign and client environments. This role requires strong expertise in Cisco networking technologies, including Meraki and SD-WAN solutions. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal network performance, security, and reliability across multiple sites to ensure reliable service delivery and excellent customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Network Design & Implementation: Design, deploy, and manage Cisco-based network solutions, including Meraki and SD-WAN.
• Configure and optimise Cisco routers, switches, and wireless controllers.
• Ensure network architecture supports scalability, security, and performance goals.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor network performance and proactively address issues.
• Perform regular network assessments and security audits.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for network-related incidents and service requests.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Support compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
• Contribute to disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years experience in Networking within MSP or multi-tenant environments.
• Proven experience in enterprise network engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (CCNA/CCNP preferred).
• Experience with SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Meraki, or similar platforms).
• Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, NAT, etc.).
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications (Preferred, Not Mandatory)

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of automation tools (Ansible, Python scripting).
• Exposure to ITIL practices and change management.

Key Competencies

• Strong ownership mindset and accountability.
• Calm and structured approach under pressure.
• Clear communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Positive contributor to a collaborative Cape Town & UK cross-site culture.

Working Conditions

• Standard Cape Town hours with overlap to UK business hours.
• Participation in on-call / after-hours response rotation when required.