Network Engineer - Application Centric Infrastructure

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

• Employment Type: Permanent
• Years of experience: 8-10 years experience with 2-3 years at a senior level
• Certifications: CCNP Data Centre or Cisco Certified ACI specialist (CCIE advantageous)
• Qualifications: NQF 6 in Information Technology

Core Description

Responsible for Plan, Design, Implementation and ongoing maintenance and support of customer network infrastructure. Guide customer on migrating to Next Generation Technologies. Deploys pre-defined products and customer specific solutions to meet business and strategic objectives. Applies expertise, such as automation

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Function as a subject matter expert on Network technology, providing high level support, formulating solutions, assisting with the implementation of quality/ productivity systems and compiling and distributing reports
• Compile technical service descriptions and detailed, accurate costs of implementing technical input for the specification and development for Network products and services.
• Conduct business analysis and business continuity planning to ensure continued network stability and growth.
• Engage in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to technical product development by advising on industry best practices.
• Manage projects and network integration within areas of expertise in terms of compilation, execution, monitoring and completion
• Monitor emerging technologies and provide insights and advice in this regard
• Design systems within areas of expertise
• Conduct service delivery planning and control

Skills and Experience

• The candidate should demonstrate expertise in network switching and routing functions, as well as strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have a very good knowledge of Data Centre switching trends and technology changes.
• Knowledge of Cisco ACI networks and NX-OS platform is a requirement.
• Ability to perform associated IOS upgrades
• Produce multi-level network designs and design policies
• Evaluate and optimize network performance
• Basic understanding of network security and firewalls (advantageous)