Network Engineer (Bulawayo)

Job Description

The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the above mentioned post in the ICTS.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of
• current networks.
• Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment, including network firewalls, routers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP.
• Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation.
• Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximise network efficiency and security.
• Maximising network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Performing server virtualization and arrange scheduled upgrades.
• Supervising junior staff and monitoring the enterprise network.
• Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases.
• Reporting network status to key stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a Computer Science Discipline or Electronic Engineering or Information Technology or accredited equivalent qualification from a recognized University or institution and at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Possession of CCNA certification.
• CCNP certification will be an added advantage.
• The incumbent will be responsible to the Network and Hardware Manager.

Other

How to Apply

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE: An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a curriculum vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to: