IP Network Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

On behalf of our client, we seek to recruit a IP Network Engineer based in Dar Es Salaam Tanzania. The ideal candidate must have direct experience working in the telecommunications industry.

Job Description

  • Design and implement IP network solutions for a telecommunications business.
  • Provide engineering support for network technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS/VPLS, VPN, and QoS.
  • Participate in the planning, installation, and management of network infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve high-profile network incidents.
  • Maintain and optimize network performance through continuous improvement plans.
  • Document standard operating procedures and network diagrams.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 year's experience in the telecommunications industry
  • Minimum bachelor's qualification in telecommunications engineering or any related field.
  • Industry-related experience as an IP Network Engineer
  • Professional certification (e.g. CCNA, CCNP)
  • Solid background in network administration and architecture
  • IP-based WANs, LANs, and transport hardware and software.
  • In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and IPv4/IPv6.)
  • Familiarity with access control models and network security, Skills in securing networks with firewalls, Cisco ASA, and other security appliances.
  • Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools.
  • Experience with configuring and managing VPNs, particularly IPsec.
  • Solid understanding of network operating systems (Cisco IOS)

Additional Information

The role is open to Tanzanian Nationals Only