Network & Security Administrator at SportPesa

Job Responsibilities

• 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

Job Requirements

• Understanding of TCP/IP networking, IP routing and core technologies such as IP, TCP, OSPF, BGP, Switching.
• Experience in Cisco Nexus switches, Juniper QFX, High Performance Routers (Cisco ASR1k etc), Advanced BGP configuration, Firewall hardening with Cisco ASA and Checkpoint firewalls, Network Access Control and Traffic Engineering.
• Deep working knowledge of Site-to-Site IPSec & Remote Access VPNs (IKEv1 & IKEv2)
• Deep working knowledge of Checkpoint and FortiGate Firewalls (Administration and Troubleshooting)
• Advanced Switching knowhow – VLANS, STP, VTPv2, VTPv3, VTP pruning, Configure and verify Ether Channels, Configure and verify spanning tree, chassis virtualization and aggregation technologies
• Configure and verify switch security features, device security using AAA with TACACS+ and RADIUS
• Telco / Service Provider experience is an advantage
• 4-6 years’ experience managing a large Network of at least 50 nodes
• Strong troubleshooting skills is key
• Degree in Computer Science/Telecommunication or related degree
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver projects and IT services
• Must be time flexible
• Mandatory Requirements:
  • Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification
  • Check Point CCSA/CCSE Certification
  • Fortinet NSE 4 Enterprise Firewall
  • Juniper JNCIA certification
  • Any other network vendor certification will be an added advantage.