The main purpose of this position is to design, implement and manage network infrastructure solutions and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) within the company Group
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
- Design and build network infrastructure solutions and ACI that align with the COMPANY’s requirements.
- Lead and drive the implementation of network infrastructure designs, ensuring alignment with the defined architecture.
- Manage the network infrastructure life cycle
- Provide expert guidance on network infrastructure solutions, support ACI adoption and participate in other company Group projects.
- Ensure that network infrastructure solutions adhere to the governance and security model developed by the Cyber and Information Security Unit Division.
- Develop, maintain and document technical standards, procedures, user guides, standard operating procedures and instructional documents related to network infrastructure solutions.
- Collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the functionality of deployed network infrastructure solutions and technologies.
- Identify, address and remediate risks in the network infrastructure environment as identified by auditors and governance-related assessments.
- Stay abreast of new developments in network infrastructure and technologies.
- Be responsible for network infrastructure capacity planning, disaster recovery and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance, continuity and scalability.
- Prepare network performance, capacity and problem resolution reports.
Minimum requirements:
- Minimum of an Honour’s degree (NQF 8) in Information Technology, Computer Science or an equivalent qualification in a related field;
- Certification as a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); and
- at least 8 to 10 years’ experience in network infrastructure, with a strong track record of designing and implementing ACI in enterprise organisations.
The following certifications will be an advantage:
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center;
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise; and ITIL v3/4 and COBIT 2019.
Desired Skills:
- Network Engineer
- Cisco Specialist
- Network Specialisation Cisco