Network Administrator

SUMMARY:
In this role, you will take technical ownership of our on-premises, hosted, and cloud connectivity environments while providing tactical support across enterprise servers and storage. You’ll lead root-cause analysis on complex incidents, guide network architecture on major infrastructure initiatives, and ensure disaster recovery readiness across the board

POSITION INFO:

The Tech Stack Deep-Dive

• Networking & Connectivity: Advanced hands-on management and optimization of LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, routing/switching, and firewall architectures.
• Enterprise Infrastructure: Proven operational experience in enterprise server environments, operating systems, and data storage systems.
• Security & Vendor Certifications: Relevant network vendor certification(s) alongside recognized security-related certifications.
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in IT/Computer Sciences/Engineering Sciences with up to 5 years of experience overseeing enterprise networking, systems management, and infrastructure operations.

• Cloud & Server Platforms: Hands-on experience with Microsoft enterprise server environments and Microsoft Azure cloud connectivity/hosting.
• Vendor & Project Governance: Experience reviewing third-party vendor technical designs and drafting technical architecture briefs.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect & Optimize Connectivity: Design, implement, and maintain secure, high-availability LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi and firewall services across hybrid and cloud footprints.
• Drive Incident Escalations & RCA: Act as the primary technical escalation point for network outages, executing thorough root-cause analysis to ensure systemic resilience.
• Maintain Enterprise Servers & DR: Execute server patching, systems analysis, capacity monitoring, and disaster recovery testing to safeguard operational readiness.
• Lead Vendor Oversight: Review technical proposals, configurations, and network changes submitted by external service providers to enforce strict architectural standards