Our client is a leading payment telecom and enterprise solutions company that has been licensed by the Nigerian Communications Commission as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MNVO) in Nigeria seeks for an IP Network Engineer to join the IT team. The ideal person will play a key role in designing implementing operating and maintaining our IP network infrastructure ensuring its smooth operation high performance and security.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design configure and troubleshoot various network devices including routers switches firewalls and load balancers.
- Implement and maintain network protocols such as BGP OSPF and MPLS (depending on company needs).
- Conduct network monitoring and analysis to identify and resolve network connectivity issues.
- Ensure optimal network performance by optimizing routing protocols managing network traffic and implementing capacity planning strategies.
- Participate in network upgrades and migrations ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption.
- Document network configurations accurately and maintain uptodate network diagrams.
- Collaborate with other teams including SIP Network engineers and system administrators to ensure the overall effectiveness of the IT infrastructure.
- Provide technical support to internal users regarding networkrelated issues.
- Stay uptodate on the latest networking technologies and best practices.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure a seamless customer journey.
- Stay updated with industry trends and market conditions.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Networking or a related field (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with IP network infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking protocols and technologies.
- Experience with configuring security and troubleshooting network devices including routers switches and firewalls.
- Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.
- Strong technical communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment.
Bachelor s degree/equivalent in Business Administration, Electrical Electronics Engineering/Computer Science/Information Technology. 4+ year experience in strategic Account/Sales facing roles in IT/ Software/ Telecoms or relevant industries. A high sense of urgency and deep interest in serving the customer Hands-on functional understanding of multiple cybersecurity solutions like; Check Point, Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto, PAM, SIEM, NAC, WAF, DLP, etc. Hands-on functional understanding of security, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing tools Meet or exceed quarterly and yearly product/service sales goals Strong selling, account management, and sales strategy development skills in a fast-paced mobile network environment. Strong client relationship development, Interpersonal and customer orientation skills Strong executive-level presentation, verbal, and written communication skills. Applied knowledge of business planning, and product and budget management skills. Ability to keep and maintain confidentiality and protection of sensitive business information. Ability to independently manage, resolve difficulties and achieve business outcomes. Must have excellent customer orientation skills