Network and Security Engineer (Intermediate)

We are sourcing for a Network and Security Engineer (Intermediate) role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and Internet connectivity solutions.
• Administer and support network devices, including routers, switches, wireless controllers, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network security policies.
• Support Identity and Access Management (IAM), network access control (NAC), and secure authentication solutions.
• Perform network troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and incident resolution for connectivity and security issues.
• Conduct routine vulnerability assessments and implement security patches and configuration hardening.
• Assist with the implementation of network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Maintain network monitoring, logging, and reporting solutions.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to implement secure networking solutions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in disaster recovery testing and business continuity planning.

Requirements

• National Diploma in IT or Certificate (NQF 6) or equivalent
• IT Networks certification (Cisco: CCNA or equivalent)
• Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate
• FortiGate Network Security Expert (advantageous).
• HPE Aruba Networking certification (advantageous).
• ITIL foundation certification (advantageous).
• 3–5 years of experience in network administration, network engineering, or network security.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking technologies and security solutions.
• Experience administering Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, or equivalent networking platforms.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, routing, switching, VPNs, wireless networking, and firewalls.
• Basic understanding of cloud networking within AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform environments. For more information please contact:Tebogo Rankhumise