Network System Administrator – Angolan

Job Description

Job Description

To maintain the existing IT infrastructure (network, security, performance) in Angola and  Africa region, evaluate & implement new technologies & assist with real estate projects in the region.  Offer Network operations support to Angola / Africa and other regions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.
  • Install and maintain network hardware and software.
  • Monitor networks to ensure security and high availability services to business.
  • Determine network and system requirements.
  • Maintain integrity of the network, server deployment, and security.
  • Ensure network connectivity throughout a company’s LAN/WAN infrastructure is on par with technical considerations.
  • Design and deploy networks.
  • Assign routing protocols and routing table configuration.
  • Assign configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services.

Reporting directly to Global Network Operations Manager

Main Requirements

Experience and knowledge

  • Experience deploying IT Projects in a corporate environment.
  • Cisco routing and switch installation experience.
  • Microsoft Windows experience preferred but not essential.
  • In-depth knowledge of Network systems with a proven track record in configuration and support of complex network architecture.
  • Experience of design and delivery of network WAN and LAN solutions
  • Understanding how to implement and manage QOS across WAN circuits.
  • CCNA qualified – CCNP preferred.
  • Fluent in Portuguese and  ability to speak English

    Skills

    • Outstanding support troubleshooting skills.
    • Excellent documentation skills.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to communicate technical solutions to a non-technical audience.
    • Ability to follow-up and ensure needs were met and exceeded.
    • Able to work in a small team and independently under pressure.

    Other desirable but definitely not essential:

    • VSAT, wimax, microwave technologies.
    • Video teleconferencing.
    • Avaya PBX Programming – VoIP and IP Telephony.
    • Citrix
    • Network and performance tools, Solarwinds, Riverbed, Netflow.
    • Excellent understanding of how to implement and manage QOS over WAN infrastructure.

    Candidates please apply through the link below with a CV in English highlighting your experience on the main requirements. Successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks.