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Network Engineer in Johannesburg at Logicalis

It’s not just IT solutions, It’s IT global know-how! Logicalis is an international multi-skilled solution provider providing digital enablement services to help customers harness digital technology and innovative services to deliver powerful business outcomes.

Our customers span industries and geographical regions; and our focus is to engage in the dynamics of our customers’ vertical markets; including financial services, TMT (telecommunications, media and technology), education, healthcare, retail, government, manufacturing and professional services, and apply the skills of our 4,500 employees in modernising key digital pillars; data centre and cloud services, security and network infrastructure, workspace communications and collaboration, data and information strategies, and IT operation modernisation. We are the advocates for our customers for some of the world’s leading technology companies including Cisco, HPE, IBM, CA Technologies, NetApp, Microsoft, Oracle, VMware and ServiceNow

Logicalis employees are innovative, smart, entrepreneurial and customer centric, with a shared ambition of making Logicalis the worlds leading IT Solutions provider!

We offer speedy decision-making, opportunities for personal development, and a supportive, inclusive environment that celebrates our diversity.

Join us and become a part of something epic!

The Logicalis South Africa (LSA) Networks Team has responsibilities focused on the smooth running of our customer’s network environments, ensuring LAN and WAN availability is maintained at the highest level. This is achieved by performing routine maintenance and implementing best practices on routers, switches, access points, wireless LAN controllers, and firewalls.

As part of the Networks team, you will be responsible for working on incidents, problems, and changes, always adhering to ITIL principles. You will also be required to support a 24/7 Shift Team out of hours as needed on standby rotation. You might be required to work on a staggered shift schedule to cover support for offshore customers in different time zones. You will work alongside Project, Transition, and Service Delivery management teams to assist in the smooth transition and acceptance of new customers and technologies into support.

As an Engineer in the team, you are expected to perform routine assignments and first contact most of the incoming tasks for the team. You are encouraged not to vary from established procedures by performing assignments according to the structure. You will use existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. You will receive instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior engineers.

• Maintain network availability for customers by performing routine maintenance, failover testing, implementing best practices, etc.
• Perform project-related duties regarding new and changing infrastructure deployments required by LSA customers.
• Provide prompt technical assistance on customer incidents when the Shift team and Service desk have exhausted all possible avenues.
• Regularly update customers on progress of incidents, problems, and changes by telephone and email.
• Regularly update Logicalis ticketing systems Service Now / Autotask with quality notes detailing progress and actions completed on open incidents, problems, and change requests.
• Completing customer Change Requests, including impact and risk analysis, and implementing out-of-hours where required.
• Provide technical consultancy to all other areas of the business to ensure the integrity, performance, and support of new opportunities that involve network support.
• Find technical solutions to problems where necessary and practical, without compromising the commercial viability of a new product.
• Where required perform the ‘Lead Engineer’ role for some of LSA’s clients - for support and projects.
• To stay up to date and accredited with the current technologies.
• Capturing repeat faults and undertaking root cause analysis.
• Proactive identification of fault trends.
• Capturing time and maintaining a timesheet.

• National High School Senior Certificate (or equivalent)
• Graduate or qualified by experience.
• Cisco CCNP, Huawei HCIP, or Fortinet NSE 4/5/6 – preferred, but not mandatory
• ITIL v3 Foundation - preferred, but not mandatory

• Minimum 2 years of general IT support experience.
• Minimum 2 years of dedicated networking/security experience.
• LAN, WAN, and network security experience.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, network hardware, and networking protocols.
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including but not limited to routers, switches, access points, wireless controllers, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning networks.
• Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
• Capable of providing specific and detailed information for hardware and software selection.
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology using documentation and internet resources.

• A high command of the English language both written and verbal is essential.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Good communicator with the user environment.
• Ability to work in a very busy and highly pressurized environment and deal with high-impact, high-profile incidents, problems, and changes.
• A structured and organized approach to complex problem determination and solving.
• Numerate and literate with an eye for detail.
• Punctuality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing priorities with promptness, efficiency, and ease.
• Possess proficient analytical and decision-making skills.
• Capacity for gathering and scrutinizing data to identify issues, opportunities, and patterns.
• A good listener, with the ability to communicate technical issues and resolutions to people of varying technical levels.
• Proficient relationship-building skills – predict customer behaviour and respond accordingly.
• A strong service-oriented (‘can-do’) culture, with a strong focus on the ‘internal customer’ approach, committed to exceeding customer expectations.
• Dynamic but aware of the views and feelings of others.
• Professional & diligent team player but able to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and confident.
• Demonstrate clear purpose, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Ability to train users effectively.
• Code B driving license (or code that includes B) and own transport.

Disclaimer : Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Employment Equity (EE) and Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with Logicalis SA’s Employment Equity plans

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Overview

• Location: Cape Town
• Company: Cape Union Mart
• Reference: #
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Retail

• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations.
• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls)
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Ensure effective inventory controls are kept of networking equipment
• Procure network equipment and manage subcontractors involved with network installation
• Ensure that all equipment is fully functional and update documentation as required.
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
• Adhere to company and department policies and procedures
• After hours standby on a rotational basis
• 2nd line data and voice downtime troubleshooting and support
• Provide support to the 1st line helpdesk support team to manage all telco related data and voice troubleshooting and support
• Escalate any issues that cannot or are not resolved timeously to 3rd line support/vendor and follow up with them on the progress and resolution of these issues.
• Ensure that all issues resolved are well documented and if required update both the 1st line and 3rd line support structures and the standard procedures manual.
• Support Network team with support functionality and training of users on VOIP phones system.

• Tertiary or related IT qualification (advantageous) N+ / A+
• Preference will be given to candidates with five-plus years network experience
• In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of networking systems such as LAN, firewalls, SD-WAN, Access Points, routers and routing.
• A good understanding of computer hardware and terminology
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to liaise with all levels of the organisation
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize issues
• A self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage the demands of a pressurized work environment

Please note: The Cape Union Mart Group is committed to transformation. Appointments and promotions will be made based on candidates who best meet the requirements for the position. Preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team, aligned to our Employment Equity plan.

Posted on 20 Jan 12:03, Closing date 20 Jan

Overview

Managed Talent Solutions' client in the Aviation sector is looking for a Network Engineer to be based at their offices in the East Rand on contract. The successful candidate should have strong Cisco experience and must have a CCNP certification. Strong firewall experience using Fortinet / Sophos is essential along with a solid foundation in troubleshooting.

• Review client requirements and collaborate with other IT engineers to define the optimal networking and firewalling solutions in accordance with organisational policies.
• Design and implement new network solutions and / or improve the efficiency of current networks.
• Configure firewalls for usage, manage their day-to-day operations and perform regular maintenance through upgrades and patches to ensure optimal performance, maximise network efficiency and security.
• Configure, manage and maintain secure intra- and inter-organisational communication channels, such as VPNs and IPSec tunnels.
• Perform quarterly firewall health checks removing unnecessary rules, interfaces, etc. and optimising rules where possible.
• Assist with the installation, configuration and support of network equipment across the LAN, WLAN, WAN and SD-WAN, both wired and wireless.
• Participate in cross-functional troubleshooting support for internal and external clients and network fault investigations.
• Liaise with network service providers and vendors, ensuring service level agreements are met and organisational policies and principles adhered to.
• Maximise network performance through ongoing monitoring and optimisation.
• Ensure supporting documentation and diagrams remain up to date.
• Ensure all network equipment is sufficiently secured (logically and physically), so that no unauthorised access can be gained.
• Provide monthly reporting as required.
• Maintain Network Monitoring Tools
• Configure, Manage and Support Network Access Control (NAC) Systems

Overview

ROLE PURPOSE
The Logicalis South Africa (LSA) Networks Team has responsibilities focused on the smooth running of our customer’s network environments, ensuring LAN and WAN availability is maintained at the highest level. This is achieved by performing routine maintenance and implementing best practices on routers, switches, access points, wireless LAN controllers, and firewalls.

As part of the Networks team, you will be responsible for working on incidents, problems, and changes, always adhering to ITIL principles. You will also be required to support a 24/7 Shift Team out of hours as needed on standby rotation. You might be required to work on a staggered shift schedule to cover support for offshore customers in different time zones. You will work alongside Project, Transition, and Service Delivery management teams to assist in the smooth transition and acceptance of new customers and technologies into support.

As an Engineer in the team, you are expected to perform routine assignments and first contact most of the incoming tasks for the team. You are encouraged not to vary from established procedures by performing assignments according to the structure. You will use existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. You will receive instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior engineers.

• Maintain network availability for customers by performing routine maintenance, failover testing, implementing best practices, etc.
• Perform project-related duties regarding new and changing infrastructure deployments required by LSA customers.
• Provide prompt technical assistance on customer incidents when the Shift team and Service desk have exhausted all possible avenues.
• Regularly update customers on progress of incidents, problems, and changes by telephone and email.
• Regularly update Logicalis ticketing systems Service Now / Autotask with quality notes detailing progress and actions completed on open incidents, problems, and change requests.
• Completing customer Change Requests, including impact and risk analysis, and implementing out-of-hours where required.
• Provide technical consultancy to all other areas of the business to ensure the integrity, performance, and support of new opportunities that involve network support.
• Find technical solutions to problems where necessary and practical, without compromising the commercial viability of a new product.
• Where required perform the ‘Lead Engineer’ role for some of LSA’s clients - for support and projects.
• To stay up to date and accredited with the current technologies.
• Capturing repeat faults and undertaking root cause analysis.
• Proactive identification of fault trends.
• Capturing time and maintaining a timesheet.

• National High School Senior Certificate (or equivalent)
• Graduate or qualified by experience.
• Cisco CCNA, Huawei HCIA, or Fortinet NSE 4 certified - mandatory
• Cisco CCNP, Huawei HCIP, or Fortinet NSE 4/5/6 – preferred, but not mandatory
• ITIL v3 Foundation - preferred, but not mandatory

• Minimum 2 years of general IT support experience.
• Minimum 2 years of dedicated networking/security experience.
• LAN, WAN, and network security experience.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, network hardware, and networking protocols.
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including but not limited to routers, switches, access points, wireless controllers, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning networks.
• Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
• Capable of providing specific and detailed information for hardware and software selection.
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology using documentation and internet resources.

• A high command of the English language both written and verbal is essential.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Good communicator with the user environment.
• Ability to work in a very busy and highly pressurized environment and deal with high-impact, high-profile incidents, problems, and changes.
• A structured and organized approach to complex problem determination and solving.
• Numerate and literate with an eye for detail.
• Punctuality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing priorities with promptness, efficiency, and ease.
• Possess proficient analytical and decision-making skills.
• Capacity for gathering and scrutinizing data to identify issues, opportunities, and patterns.
• A good listener, with the ability to communicate technical issues and resolutions to people of varying technical levels.
• Proficient relationship-building skills – predict customer behaviour and respond accordingly.
• A strong service-oriented (‘can-do’) culture, with a strong focus on the ‘internal customer’ approach, committed to exceeding customer expectations.
• Dynamic but aware of the views and feelings of others.
• Professional & diligent team player but able to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and confident.
• Demonstrate clear purpose, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Ability to train users effectively.
• Code B driving license (or code that includes B) and own transport.

Disclaimer: Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Employment Equity (EE) and Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with Logicalis SA’s Employment Equity plans

Overview

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Network Engineer to join the team. The purpose of this role is to design, implement, troubleshoot and maintain secure and efficient network solutions to support our business objectives.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate
• Degree in computer science, IT, or related field
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of professional experience in network engineering

Advantage:

• Certifications such as Fortinet NSE, Aruba Certified Network Professional (ACNP), or Ruckus Certified Networking Associate (RCNA) are highly desirable
• Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF)
• Experience with wireless networking solutions and RF planning

Design and Implementation:

• Design, configure, and deploy network solutions based on business and technical requirements.
• Plan, deploy, and optimize network solutions using Fortinet, Aruba, and Ruckus products.
• Configure and troubleshoot firewalls, access points, switches, and controllers.
• Ensure network scalability, performance, and security.

Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Monitor and maintain network performance, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Conduct regular network assessments and make recommendations for improvements.
• Evaluate network capacity and plan for future growth, anticipating resource requirements and recommending upgrades as needed.
• Diagnose and resolve network incidents promptly to minimize service disruptions.
• Respond to network incidents and provide timely resolutions.
• Provide Level 2/3 support for network incidents and outages.
• Collaborate with vendors and other IT teams to resolve complex incidents.

Security and Compliance:

• Collaborate with the security team to ensure network designs meet security and compliance requirements.
• Implement and manage security protocols, including VPNs, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Ensure compliance with security best practices and standards.
• Maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures for network infrastructure.

Documentation and Training:

• Maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams and procedures for troubleshooting and planning.
• Provide training and guidance to junior employees as needed.

General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Essential:

• Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF). Experience with wireless networking solutions and RF planning. Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools
• The tendency to approach problems in a rational, intellectual manner. Will base decisions on a logical analysis of available evidence
• Ability to have a clear vision about what needs to be achieved
• Grasps the meaning of information written in English. Conveys ideas and facts in writing using language the reader will best understand. Communicate in a confident and forceful manner in order to achieve the required goal without being aggressive
• Builds constructive working relationships characterised by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks. Demonstrating an underlying drive to ensure that quality is not compromised. It includes the identification and maintenance of standards to meet the needs of the company, together with a desire for accuracy and order.
• Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments. Able to take on accountability and work independently.
• Proven experience with Fortinet products (e.g., FortiGate firewalls, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch). Hands-on experience with Aruba networking solutions (e.g., ClearPass, ArubaOS, Aruba Central). In-depth knowledge of Ruckus networking (e.g., SmartZone, ICX switches, Ruckus Cloud)

• Be available for after hour support
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport.

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

Network Engineer position available in Cape Town

We’re hiring a Network Engineer to design and manage advanced networking solutions that support large-scale, autonomous applications.

The role involves building networks in complex environments, supporting projects across multiple regions, and working with both wired and wireless technologies.

Location: Century City, Cape Town – Onsite.

Salary: R720,000 – R960,000 CTC per annum.

• Design and implement enterprise networks, including wired (Cisco/UBNT) and private wireless/5G/LTE.
• Configure and support user equipment and networking hardware.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd line support, ensuring systems meet SLA standards.
• Develop processes, documentation, and automated reports on network performance.
• Collaborate with RF Engineers to optimise coverage.
• Attend customer and partner meetings, including occasional travel.

• 5+ years’ experience in network engineering.
• Relevant degree or certification.
• Hands-on experience with wired, wireless, and 5G/LTE networking.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work across global teams and provide high-level support.

• R720k – R960k annual CTC
• Medical aid contribution
• Occasional travel, including international exposure

Reference: NWA -Njabu-3
If you are an experienced Network Engineer who wants to make a difference in a continuously growing company, then APPLY NOW!

The Network Engineer role is responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and documenting the network security infrastructure.

• Relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications, plus appropriate Diploma
• Experience and product-specific training
• 5 Years’ experience
• Willing to work extended hours/shifts
• Willing to travel
• ITIL or Networking certificates (advantageous)
• Administration of Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Access Control (NAC), and Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. If you wish to send your CV via email, forward your CV to and copy the reference number in the subject line of your e-mail.

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other opportunities that appear for which you might be more suitable.

For more information contact:
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Ocius Technology is an Australian company dedicated to developing and deploying cutting edge Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs). Our vessel's harness Wind, Solar and Wave power to remain at sea collecting vital data for Defence and Civilian applications.

About the Role

The Network Engineer will work closely with CISO to continually uplift and develop our network capability to ensure continual secure and uninterrupted communication within the organisation and with our fleet of Bluebottle USVs.

The ITServices team is responsible for the Ocius’s day-to-day IT support and network capability. The team are instrumental in ensuring the wider company can function, including ensuring our Bluebottle platforms can function effectively at sea

What You'll Do

Design modern LAN and WAN networks with integrated security.

Deploy and maintain networksusing Infrastructure as Code.

Maintain legacy network infrastructure at Ocius and client locations.

Provide end-to-end network engineering support, from planning and estimating through to post-deployment assistance.

Develop and refine technical documentation for network design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

Attend and contribute to meetings with clients and stakeholders as required.

Maintain compliance with Ocius policies and best practices in all network-related work.

Selection Criteria

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (or related) or equivalent TAFE qualifications with experience.

Proven experience designing and implementing complex networks, ideally using infrastructure as code.

Experience working with virtual infrastructure (cloud or on-premise).

Experience working with remote sites or unreliableconnections, including 4G/5G, satellite and mesh radio systems.

Ability to create clear and concise technical documentation for existing and new networks.

Familiarity with network security best practice, ideally in a defence setting.

If you're an excellent communicator and highly motivated to deliver high performing networks, we encourage you to apply!

Due to the nature of our business, we require Australian Citizenship for all roles and the ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 security clearance.

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