Senior Network Specialist (CISCO Application Centric Infrastructure)

About the position

The main purpose of this position is to lead and drive the end-to-end implementation of all network security solutions at the company and to provide technical expertise and recommendations.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION

• Research and recommend emerging and fit-for-purpose network security solutions, and provide technical input into the design.
• Lead and drive the implementation (the design, configuration, testing and deployment) of network security solutions.
• Review technical standards, procedures, user guides, standard operating procedures, instructional documents and other material relating to network security solutions.
• Provide expert input on network security solutions and optimisation.
• Plan and manage the technology life cycle of all network and security products.
• Collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the functionality of the deployed network security solutions and technologies.
• Identify, address and remediate any network vulnerabilities identified by auditors and governance-related assessments.
• Stay abreast of new developments in network security solutions and technologies.
• Provide network expertise in information and communication technology (ICT) network security projects, and participate in other company Group projects to contribute towards business objectives.
• Take responsibility for network security deployment for disaster recovery and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance, continuity and scalability.
• Provide third-level (escalation) support services on all network solutions and services to ensure continued availability and performance of the technologies.
• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis related to network security solutions and services.
• Implement and maintain the governance and security model for the network as developed by the Cyber and Information Security Unit.
• Develop a network and security matrix for measuring network performance, health and usage, and provide associated statistics and reports.

Minimum requirements:

• The minimum of an Honours degree (NQF 8) in Information Technology (IT) or Computer Science, or an equivalent qualification;
• Industry certifications; A Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in network security solutions, with a strong track record of designing and implementing network security solutions in enterprise organisations.

 
The following would be an added advantage:

• MCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP);
• ITIL v3/4 and COBIT 2019
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.

Desired Skills:

• Network Specialist
• Network Engineer
• CISCO