Network Engineer (Access Network)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in IP network operation, infrastructure connectivity, security planning as well as

development

• Support network design and implementation for core and client networks

• Ensure all IP devices are secured and within operational limits

• Support daily IP network operation, project management and services monitoring

• Conduct network analysing and troubleshooting

• Coordinate with Regional IP Registry

• Document all network changes

• Other task assigned by line manager

Education and / or Professional Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Communications/Network/Computer Engineering (or equivalent)

• IP Certification, preferably from Cisco on CCNP level equivalent or above

Essential Skills / Knowledge

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in IP Network and System Support

• LAN/WAN technology including: TCP/IP (routers, configuration and setup), Security (firewalls – Cisco, Juniper, Barracuda), Network management (switches, hubs, fiber -optic, cabling,

packet sniffing)

• Advanced knowledge in Router, Catalyst, Load Balancer, Firewall, Security, Internet Connection, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP4, VPN, Frame Relay, TCP/IP, LAN/ WAN, VLAN, Spanning Tree, Ethereal

• Knowledge in Unix/ Linux, Shell script, IDS, QoS, Video/ Streaming Protocols

• Experience designing last mile access solutions for different environments (DSL, microwave radio, PTP and PTP radio, fibre etc.)

• Strong written and oral communications skills in English

• Willing to perform work or provide support outside office hours

• Highly motivated and resourceful

• Must be a team player and be able to prioritise different request and requirements.

• Hand -on design and operation of network like BGP and MPLS

Desirable Skills / Knowledge

• Experience in ISP and managing a sizable IP network

• Experience in liaising with Regional IP Registry (APNIC, RIPE, AfriNIC etc)

• Knowledge of structure cabling and VoIP