Ops Specialist: TSI at Telkom

Core Description    

• Responsible for analysing technologies and drawing up technology direction strategy documents for approval by the TRF. Responsible for arranging Proof of Concept installations and to advise implementation plans to implement approved technology strategies. To assist on all operations and maintenance aspects of the relevant TSI discipline. Compile and update WI's, methods, P&P related to technologies its evolution and adaptations. Responsible for the specification, testing and evaluation of new equipment hardware, software, etc.

Competencies    
Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Technical; Telephone Network; Project Management; Suppliers; Technology; Communication Plant; Communication Systems; Communication
• Technology 

Functional Skills 

• Communicating; Interpersonal; Planning; Analytical; Project Management; Decision Making 

Behavioural Competencies

• Customer Focus; Decisive; Dedicated; Innovative; Assertive; Team Player; Flexible 

Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree/ Diploma (NQF level 6)

Experience    

• 3 Years relevant operational experience
• Special Requirements    
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to travel.

Comments    

• To view the job description please click on the Job Description attachment. Please note that you need to meet the following requirements:    
• At least three years’ experience in the operation and configuration of Layer 2/3 networks (e.g. routers, switches)
• At least three years’ experience (sufficient technical knowledge) of securing networks (e.g. restricting access via secure protocols) and networking protocols (e.g. ISIS, OSPF, BGP, LDP, NAT, IPSec)
• Must have a clear understanding of current network protocol evolution trends (e.g. Seamless MPLS, Segment Routing, IPv6)
• Must have a clear understanding of network design and application concepts (e.g. VLAN, VPN, routing metrics, path selection)
• Must have a clear understanding of network scalability and design concepts (e.g. OSPF/ISIS Areas, ABR/ASBR, Seamless MPLS, network sizing)
• At least three years’ experience in the operation, application and configuration of network services (e.g. NTP, TACACS/TACACS+, DNS, SSH/Telnet, FTP/sFTP/SCP, SYSLOG)
• Must have knowledge of network management protocols (e.g. SNMP, OSI, HTTPS)
• Must have knowledge and understanding of the FCAPS (Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, Security) functional areas of network management for management of network resources (e.g. routers, switches).