Systems Engineer, Networking (IT08) at University of the Witwatersrand

THE MAIN PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION/JOB IS:

The Systems Engineer, Networking (IT08) works as part of the team assisting the Manager and the Senior Engineer/s on the technical, operational, monitoring, management and reporting aspects of the WITS ICT Network and the integrity and protection of the network infrastructure, related systems, and services to ensures high availability, reliability optimal performance to ensure the University achieves its strategic, teaching, research, and service goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, designs, and implements local and wide-area network solutions between multiple platforms and protocols (including IP, WLAN, VOIP and Fibre).
• Develop /Maintain /troubleshoot and optimize the network for users and suppliers.
• Supports/troubleshoots network issues and coordinates with vendors for installation of such items as routers and switches.
• Works on project implementation.
• Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations.
• Perform hands-on installation and maintenance tasks on network components such as routers, switches, and cables.
• Monitor network activity and configure network systems using complex computer software.
• Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.
• Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.
• Monitoring network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made.
• Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.
• Operating master consoles to monitor the performance of networks and computer systems.
• Coordinating computer network access and use.
• Monitor network performance and integrity.
• Troubleshooting network/application issues.
• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.
• Mentor team members on technical issues.
• Maintain complete technical documentation.
• Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability.
• Knowledge of open source (advantage).

MINIMUM /ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Matric.
• Analytical Thinking.
• Professional certificates CCNP or CCDP or CCIE.
• Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator.
• BSc (Computer Science), or BCom (Information Systems) or relevant IT Degree/ Diploma.
• Required Years of Work-Related Experience – 4 year
• Demonstrated experience working in a networking environment.
• Experience with network security.
• WAN, VOIP and LAN experience.
• Experience in wireless equipment, protocols, standards, and wireless LAN design.
• Fibre experience (advantage).

COMPETENCIES:

• Solid background in network administration and architecture
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g.OSPF).
• Familiarity with access control models and network security
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of Cisco network operating systems and products (Cisco IOS, Cisco NXOS, Cisco AirOS).
• Sharp troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently.
• Organizational and mentoring skills.