Network Specialist - Sandton Verfied

R 42000 per month Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 21-09-2021 1:29:02 PM
13-10-2021 12:00:04 PM
We are seeking a highly capable network specialist to optimize our company's IT network. You will be evaluating our network's performance, collaborating with our IT team to increase network capacity, and overseeing network security.

Responsibilities:
• Determining company needs and coordinating the development and maintenance of network infrastructures with the IT team.
• Ensuring secure and stable server connectivity and testing network protocols.
• Creating internet domains and optimizing intranet performance.
• Testing data exchange and communication between computers, routers, modems, and servers.
• Installing, updating, and configuring end-user networking accessories.
• Monitoring server capacity and performance to keep up with demand in online traffic.
• Running diagnostic tests and performing repairs, as well as developing backup, archiving, and data retrieval procedures.
• Training junior IT staff, preparing user manuals, and providing remote or onsite technical support.
• Enhancing network security, as well as documenting network processes and cabling layouts.
• Keeping informed of developments in network technologies and infrastructure.

Requirements:
• Qualification in computer science, information science, or similar.
• Extensive knowledge of network connectivity, technologies, protocols, and security.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness to visit client locations.
• Availability to perform network repairs outside of business hours.