Network Specialist L3 (Routing & Switching)

Our Client a Global tech firm is seeking a Network Specialist L3 (Routing & Switching) to join their team in Sandton. They offer stability, growth, attractive salary along with benefits and an excellent working environment.

The Network Specialist is responsible for planning, installing and maintaining the network infrastructure. The incumbent will also be expected to troubleshoot a variety of networking problems that may arise in the office. The Network Specialist must be able to work effectively with others in order to provide technical support and advice on how best to implement new systems or networks.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a network operation in Security, Knowledge of Switch functions ASR routers 1000, ISR routers
• Should have hands on experience on Cisco networking equipment
• Knowledge of Routing Protocols: RIP, RIP2, IGRP, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF,MPLS and MP BG
• Technical knowledge and practical experience of Security technologies and routing protocols, QoS & switching technology.
• Good Knowledge of L3 Protocols for IP Networks e.g. DHCP, DNS, VLAN, PPP, ICMP, ARP, NAT, QoS etc.
• Sound knowledge of Routing protocols OSPF, EIGRP, BGP and troubleshooting, Switching /stacking/VSS/STP/HSRP/VRRP,
• Troubleshooting leased lines and Monitoring Network Related Problems for sites across the country
• Taking Back-up Configurations of N/W equipment's like Routers, Switches and ASA firewall on weekly basis. Network monitoring using Network Management Tools like SNMP and PRTG
• Nexus Technology VPC/VDC, Troubleshooting CPU, Memory, performance issues, ACL, QOS, packet drops & Troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Networking or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in support and troubleshooting of network devices