03/08/2026
POSITION: Network Engineer
LOCATION: Bryaanston, Gauteng
DURATION: 6 - 12 Months Contract
SALARY RANGE: R750k - R1,3M Per Annum
JOB PURPOSE:
To design, implement, optimise, and support enterprise network infrastructure using Cisco technologies, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across on-premises and hybrid environments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
• Relevant Degree / Diploma in IT, Networking, or Engineering
Preferred Certifications
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
• Cisco CyberOps / Security certifications (advantageous)
• Cisco FortiNet network security – NT7
Advanced / Advantageous
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• AWS / Azure networking certifications
• ITIL Foundation (for service management alignment)
EXPERIENCE:
C3 Level (INTERMEDIATE)
• 3–5 years in network engineer
• Experience supporting enterprise LAN/WAN environments
• Hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching
C4 level (SENIOR)
• 5–8 years’ experience in network engineering
• Proven experience in:
- Firewall and VPN configuration
- Incident management and RCA
• Exposure to cloud and hybrid networking
D1 level (CISCO NETWORK ENGINEER / SPECIALIST)
• 8+ years’ experience in enterprise network environments
• Cisco enterprise and data centre technologies
• SD-WAN and hybrid cloud connectivity
• High availability and DR design
• Leading projects (e.g., DC migration, network redesign)
• Working with vendors and large-scale environments
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
NETWORK ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE:
• Design and implement LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, and data centre network solutions and load balancers (Kemp).
• Configure and maintain Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and FortiNet
• Support hybrid cloud connectivity (AWS Direct Connect, VPN, MPLS, DIA)
• Implement high availability designs (HSRP, VRRP, clustering, failover)
NETWORK OPERATIONS:
• Monitor and optimise network performance and capacity
• Manage QoS policies for voice, video, and critical applications
• Perform firmware upgrades and lifecycle management
• Analyse traffic flows and resolve bottlenecks
SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE:
• Implement network security controls (ACLs, IPSec VPNs, segmentation)
• Configure Cisco Firepower / FortiGate firewalls
• Ensure compliance with ISO 22301, ISO 27001, and internal governance standards
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation
• Apply patches and updates.
• Monitor for vulnerabilities and threats.
USER AND SYSTEM SUPPORT:
• Provide 3rd level network support.
• Resolve connectivity issues (LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN/WAN and VoIP).
INCIDENT AND PROBLEM MANAGEMENT:
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) on major network incidents
• Resolve complex connectivity and performance issues
• Provide escalation support from Network Administrators
• Work with vendors (Cisco, ISPs, service providers)
DOCUMENTATION:
• Maintain network architecture diagrams and standards
• Develop SOPs, DR runbooks, and operational procedures
• Support disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BCP) testing
• Maintain accurate configuration and asset documentation
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
• CORE NETWORKING:
o Advanced TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching
o VLANs, trunking, STP, EtherChannel
o Routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, ISIS, VXLAN
• CISCO SPECIFIC SKILLS
o Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS
o Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switching
o Cisco DNA Center and automation tools
o Cisco ACI (advantageous)
• NETWORK SECURITY
o Firewall configuration (Cisco Firepower, FortiGate)
o VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN, site-to-site)
o Network segmentation and Zero Trust principles
• WAN & CONNECTIVITY
o MPLS, SD-WAN, DIA, broadband failover
o Load balancing and traffic engineering
o QoS design and implementation
• MONITORING & TOOLS
o Network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, CheckMK)
o Packet analysis (Wireshark)
o Configuration backup and automation tools
• AUTOMATION & SCRIPTING (Advantageous)
o Python, Ansible, REST APIs
o Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts
• SOFT SKILLS
o Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability
o Stakeholder engagement and vendor management
o Documentation and reporting skills
o Ability to work in high-pressure incident environments
Applications;
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: +27 (0) 11 568 8371 / +27 (0) 51 432 7006
WhatsApp Line: 073 275 2151