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Africa University is hiring: NETWORK ENGINEER in Avondale

Africa University, Avondale, AZ, United States


Reporting to the Director ICT, the Network Engineer will help design, implement, and maintain our network infrastructure. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure network performance, security, and reliability, as well as provide technical support and troubleshooting.

Desired Attributes:

A Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related qualification

A Master’s Degree in the same field will be an added advantage

CISSP, Cisco CCNA CCNP Security certifications or similar is a must

Sophos, vMWare and Telecoms certification are an added advantage

Experience with incident detection, incident response and forensics

Experience with Firewalls (functionality and maintenance), VSX and Endpoint Security

Proficiency in Python, C++, Java, Ruby, Node, Go and/or Powershell

Great awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques

Knowledgeable across Windows & Linux Server operating systems and Virtualization technologies a must

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the University’s network infrastructure

Establishing a robust secure networking environment by designing system configurations,leading system installations, defining, documenting and enforcing system standards

Monitoring and reporting on all network nodes in order to ensure smooth network operations

Setting up and implementing effective network security access policies and measures

Engaging in pro‑active network security practices including regular network stress tests andaudits

Maintaining correct up-to-date backups of network appliances and configurations as well asperiodically testing them

Assisting other IT team members with server configuration, maintenance and monitoring ofservices such as DHCP, DNS, web, e-mail and network printing

Communicating network status and following up with service providers in terms of internetconnectivity and availability

Making recommendations on the purchase of network consumables and spares

Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring and updating network security measures forthe protection of the organisation's networks

Ensuring that the organisation's network and resources are protected by applying andenforcing appropriate security control measures,Performing other duties as assigned

Africa University is committed to diversity, Ubuntu, Professionalism, Integrity and Excellence. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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