Senior Networking Engineer - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 19-04-2017 4:00:56 PM
17-05-2017 4:00:56 PM
REMUNERATION
Cost to company between R35 000 – R50 000 (Dependent upon qualifications, experience and skill level) – willing to pay more for the right candidate!
Medical aid (50% paid by company, 50% by employee).
Reimbursement for company travel.
Overtime pay in the form of commission.
Company provided laptop.
 
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • CCNA or CCNE or similar networking qualification a necessity.
  • International MCSE or MCSA (on Windows Server 2008) a requirement.
  • At least a Matriculation certificate.
  • A+, Server+, N+ or similar qualification beneficial.
  • Experience with and knowledge of switch configuration including (but not limited to) VLAN’s, trunks, voice prioritisation, spanning tree etc.
  • Must be proficient on both HP switching and Cisco.
  • Experience with and knowledge of wireless configuration including HP, Ubiquity and FortiGate.
  • Experience with and knowledge of configuration and administration of firewalls including FortiGate and SonicWall.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft operating systems with a specific focus on identifying network issues through Windows troubleshooting.
  • Good understanding of Windows Event logs and how to identify problems.
  • Experience with remote support applications and techniques (e.g. VPN, RDP and VNC).
  • Working knowledge of Active Directory administration: creating user accounts, resetting passwords, disabling and deleting users.
  • Experience with the configuration and admiration of Office 365.
  • Experience with logging and following up calls with external suppliers and service providers.
  • A minimum of two years of relevant networking experience.
  • Knowledge of network monitoring software such as
 
THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB ARE:
  • Install, configure and support network related hardware including switches, routers, IP telephony equipment and firewalls.
  • Install, configure and support wireless equipment (AP’s and LoS).
  • Field and assist with network related queries both remotely and on-site.
  • Design networking infrastructures to support (for example) IP telephony, video etc.
  • Document networking configurations and prepare both design documents and site configuration documents.
  • Install and configure monitoring software such as WhatsUp Gold and Netflow.
  • Monitor networking equipment and infrastructure for performance.
  • Perform firewall configuration and administration tasks such as rule updates, content filtering changes and health checks.
  • To assist with General IT support when not working on networking related issues or projects
  • General hardware installation and troubleshooting (desktop and server).
  • General troubleshooting on all IT related equipment.
  • Respond to and resolve support calls at customer sites.
  • Respond to and resolve support calls via remote connection (desktop and server).
  • Assist customers telephonically.
  • Remote administration of servers and workstations.
  • Compile desktop, server and network configuration documentation for client sites.
  • Execute orders and follow up service and repairs with external suppliers.
  • Identify possible risks or problems and escalate to senior engineer if required.
  • Assist with management of the support team and provide 1st line escalation for technical issues (from support engineers). 

Recruiter: CompuJobs