L2/L3 Network Engineer - GDS Africa

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and intermittently improving our client's network configuration and infrastructure. You will design their revamped network infrastructure with the goal of maximizing their network performance. You will also provide troubleshooting and configuration support by using your strong technical skills in Linux and Windows environments and IP networking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related area
• 2 - 4 years of experience with network administration in a Linux or Windows environment
• Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals

Knowledge, Experience & Skills Required:

• 5+ years in an implementation, engineering or consulting role
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
• Proven experience in architecting and designing infrastructure solution projects.
• An analytical and innovative approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Able to Provide pre and post-sales design and implementation plans/documentation for Enterprise networks and Data Center architectures. Design networks based on business and technical requirements
• Able to provide Design and support ACI network for Fortune companies, clients and potential clients.

Essential Technical Skills

• Cisco CCNP Enterprise Networking and ideally CCNP Data Centre certification with appropriate practical implementation & design experience
• Optionally strong Cisco knowledge e.g., ISE, ASA implementation & design skills or experience

Desirable / Advantageous Additional Skills

• Familiarity with Sophos, Fortinet products
• Pre-sales skills and able to design technical solutions with a high level of accuracy