TJ 17326 - SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER (CISCO & FORTINET)

Recruiter:

Professional Career Services

Job Ref:

TJ 17326 - SENIOR NE..

Date posted:

Friday, November 21, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R35 000 – R45 000 CTC (Experience dependent)

SUMMARY:
SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER (CISCO & FORTINET)

POSITION INFO:

Employer Description

This Group represents some of the world’s most iconic technology brands across Sub-Saharan Africa. Our IT Infrastructure team plays a key role in ensuring our systems and networks are secure, reliable, and future-ready.

Job Description

Design and deploy secure, scalable, and reliable network solutions.
Implement and manage firewalls, intrusion prevention, and access control systems (Fortinet).
Oversee daily network operations, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation.
Manage network infrastructure across multiple sites and ensure consistent standards.
Lead and deliver network projects on time and within budget.
Maintain accurate network documentation and performance reports.
Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
Support internal teams and communicate solutions clearly to non-technical users.

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification in IT or related field.

Certifications:

Cisco: Minimum CCNA (CCNP/CCIE advantageous)
Fortinet: NSE 4 or higher
Microsoft: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
Advantage: IP Telephony (Euphoria, Microsoft Teams)

Skills

5–7 years’ experience in enterprise network engineering.
Hands-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, and Microsoft Azure technologies A MUST
Proven success in full lifecycle network implementations and integrations.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical Aid
Provident

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