Contractor - Network Security Engineer
Cape Town, South Africa
Astron Energy
Contract End Date - 31/12/2025
The IT Network Engineer is responsible to design, implement, maintain and monitor all aspects of our network and voice infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security and reliability of the organization’s IT network.
This is a Contract position until 31 December 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network & Voice Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and maintain robust network and voice systems for seamless connectivity and security.
- Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor network performance and provide rapid troubleshooting to resolve any issues.
- 24/7 Support: Offer remote telephonic support for critical network concerns
- Travel Opportunities: Be ready to travel across South Africa and Botswana for network-related projects.
Qualifications & Certifications:
- Degree/Diploma in Information Technology or a related technical field.
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Cisco ISE, or Fortinet NSE 4 (or higher) are essential.
Experience & Skills:
- Proven experience in network administration and deployment of network solutions.
- Strong expertise in FortiGate Firewalls, LAN, WAN, wireless, and voice networks.
- Deep understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and security technologies.
- Experience with network monitoring tools and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Cisco ISE, NAC, TACACS, and Radius knowledge is a plus.
Key Strengths:
- Analytical problem-solver with a proactive mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills – collaborate with cross-functional teams effortlessly.
- Highly organized with excellent time-management abilities.
- Self-motivated with keen attention to detail.
Closing date for applications: 3 March 2025.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
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Tags: CCNP Firewalls Monitoring Network security
Region:
Africa
Country:
South Africa
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