Overview
Netcom has been Nigeria’s leading Internet Service Provider since 2004, staying ahead of the competition with cutting-edge platforms in VSAT, WIMAX, Radio, and Fiber technology. Now, a pioneer in Business Transformation Solutions, we empower organizations to lead their market space by keeping pace with the rapid changes in IT innovations, ensuring relevance to specific business initiatives required to maximize revenue generation.
- Job Position: Core IP Network Engineer
- Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job Summary
This role will be responsible for participating in IP network operation, infrastructure connectivity and security planning as well as development.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in all network operation (IP network, wireless/wired/optical last mile), infrastructure connectivity, security planning as well as development.
- Support network design and implementation for enterprise and client networks.
- Ensure all IP devices are secured and within operational limits.
- Support daily IP network operation, project management and services monitoring.
- Conduct network analysis and troubleshooting.
- Coordinate with Regional IP Registry.
- Document all network changes.
- Any other duties from time to time as required by the organization.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics / Communications / Network / Computer Engineering (or equivalent).
- IP Certification, preferably from Cisco on CCNP level equivalent or above.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in IP Network and System Support.
Essential Skills / knowledge / Traits:
- Hands-on experience in the design and operation of LAN/WAN technology including: TCP/IP (routers, configuration and setup), Security (firewalls – Cisco, Juniper, Barracuda), Network management (switches, hubs, fiber-optic, cabling, packet sniffing).
- Advanced knowledge in Router, Catalyst, Load Balancer, Firewall, Security, Internet Connection, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP4, VPN, Frame Relay, TCP/IP, LAN/ WAN, VLAN, Spanning Tree, Ethereal.
- Knowledge in Unix/ Linux, Shell script, IDS, QoS, Video/ Streaming Protocols.
- Experience designing last mile access solutions for different environments (DSL, microwave radio, PTP and PTP radio, fibre etc.)
- Strong written and oral communications skills in English.
- Willing to perform work or provide support outside office hours.
- Highly motivated and resourceful.
- Must be a team player and be able to prioritize different request and requirements.
- Hand-on design and operation of network like BGP and MPLS.
Desirable Skills / knowledge / Traits:
- Experience in ISP and managing a sizable IP network.
- Experience in liaising with Regional IP Registry (APNIC, RIPE, AfriNIC etc.)
- Knowledge of structure cabling and VoIP.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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