Compuscan is looking for a Network Administrator to assist in the maintenance and support of their network infrastructure.

The Candidate will be responsible for all Compuscan’s network planning, administration and operations activities. The Candidate will also perform a variety of complex professional and technical duties related to the installation and maintenance of the Compuscan network and communications hardware and software systems including network and application servers, routers, Firewall, LAN, WAN, and VOIP systems.

Other responsibilities would be the configuration and installation of network and internet security devices along with the operation, maintenance and control of the telephone system. This includes all facets of software, hardware, support, and changes related to the system. The support includes database management support, IP connections, messaging and voice recording systems, for the VOIP PBX and IP phones throughout the company.
The Candidate will work in conjunction with the security officer to ensure that the integrity of the network is maintained. Will also assists with IDS (Intrusion detection) and IPS (Intrusion Protection) of the network.
Deploys and maintains firewalls, cryptography systems, and all network host security activities.

Will assists the IT Infrastructure Manager to determine resource requirements, needed to keep the network in a production status and in preparing the Network budget by recommending purchases of hardware, software and system maintenance needed to operate the network.

The Candidate will evaluate end user needs and recommend appropriate equipment and software configurations.

Additionally the candidate will be responsible for wireless connectivity within Compuscan. Ensures wireless connections are secure and safe and meets encryption requirements. Will be required to maintain comprehensive documentation describing the LAN's layout and operational considerations.

The Network Administrator is responsible for the installation and configuration and labelling of network hardware in the Datacentre.

Constant analyses and monitoring of systems and application usage and will plan for growth or increases in network capacity. Daily and weekly reporting on usage to management, including any anomalies and or incidents. Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information. Performs related duties as required.

Key Requirements:
Qualifications in Extreme Networks, Cisco, Red Hat Certificate Engineering [Extreme Specialist (ECS), Extreme Expert (ECE), Cisco Certified Administrator/Engineer (CCNE), RHCE] with 5 – 10 years Extensive Networking Experience.
Software experience with Apache, Tomcat, Encryption
Virtualisation (VMWare, ESX)
Firewalls (Iptables, FotiOS)
DNS

Key Performance Areas:
Must understand principles of data communications including Software Defined networks.
Working knowledge of LAN and WAN topologies and architecture, including Multi Vlan architecture. Must be able to construct, operate and maintain LAN and WAN Networks.
A complete knowledge of Gigabit, 10GbE and Fibre.
Must be able to research and solve associated problems.
A complete knowledge of network equipment such as switches, routers, hubs, and associated equipment and how to construct and maintain networks.
Must also have a working knowledge of the software control systems for networks such as Extreme Networks (NAC) Network Access Control.
Working knowledge of Server and PC operating systems - such as Redhat, Centos and Microsoft.
Must have knowledge of Firewall’s (FortiGate is preferred)
Must have a working knowledge of VOIP Telephony and QOS service implementation for network based phone systems. (Mitel Based systems preferred.)
Develop effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and management.
Ability to make contacts with other departments, requiring tact and judgement to avoid friction; frequent contacts with executives on matters requiring explanations and discussions.

Key Competencies:
Clear and concise verbal and written communication
Ability to work in a team and alone
Reliability and punctuality
A passion for constant development and growth.
Laptop with all relevant software to perform duties.

Your duties will include:
Testing equipment for fault finding
Labelling equipment
Model programs and systems to needs of users for desired results; understand and follow oral and written instructions; explain technical material in layman terms.
Working on Server hardware and components including processors, mother boards, accessories, cards, peripherals.
Analyse local and WAN network problems and solve problems with efficient results.
Interface with administrators and technical staff in order to discuss technical issues pertaining to problems, purchases or technical specifications.
Train users on network concepts and methodologies as well as specific application utilization and configuration.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 kilograms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Flexible work schedules (Alternating Shifts (6am – 3pm and 9am – 6pm), occasional evening and weekend work.

Based on experience and qualification we offer the following:
• Basic salary: negotiable
• Provident fund and medical aid after the probation period

Position available immediately

Please note: If no response is received within 14 days, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.