Network Administrator at SportPesa

• Scheduling and executing Preventive Maintenance of the Network Infrastructure
• Ensure 99.99% availability of the Network Infrastructure
• Serve as a Level 1 escalation for all Network incidents
• Serve as part of Resolution Team for Network Incidents
• Ensure Network documentation is updated
• Manage Network Inventory and spares
• Manage Configuration of all Network equipment (backup configuration and application of standardized configuration templates to Network equipment)
• Liaise with Service Providers to ensure agreed SLAs are maintained 100%
• Continuous training to keep abreast with Network technologies
• Liaise with the ITSM/Service Delivery manager to manage projects and IT&S processes and procedures.
• Ensure Network licenses are valid and initiate acquisition of the same before expiry

Qualifications for the Network Administrator Job

• CCNA or CCNP required.
• Telco / Service Provider experience is an advantage
• 2-4 years experience managing a large Network of at least 50 nodes
• Strong troubleshooting skills is key
• Team Player
• Degree in Computer Science/Telecommunication or related degree
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver projects and IT services
• Experience in Cisco Nexus switches, Juniper QFX, High Performance Routers (Cisco ASR1k etc), Advanced BGP configuration, Firewall hardening with Cisco ASA and Juniper SRX firewalls, Network Access Control and Traffic Engineering