Network, Security & Datacentre Administrator

Summary
To plan, install, configure, maintain, support and optimize network hardware and software and communication links. Also, to identify and remediate the potential security threats and assesses network vulnerabilities.
Key Responsibility Areas
➢ Manage network hardware which includes routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, VPN concentrators, multiplexers, and UPS systems
➢ Administer security-related systems such as VPN servers, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network monitoring systems
➢ Monitor VPNs, server and firewall logs, intrusion detection logs, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity and take appropriate action
➢ Recommend and schedule network improvements, upgrades and repairs
➢ Evaluate and recommend new networking and security products and technologies for use at our organisation.
➢ Implement security standards, foresee potential security threats and avoid them.
➢ Responsible for implementation of Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan ➢ Implement firewalls and information security policy
➢ Conduct network vulnerability tests and perform periodic security audits and assessments
➢ Liaison with vendors on all services and upgrades provided by them to our organisation.

Requirements
a. Education:
Graduate in Computer science or equivalent

b. Other Certifications and competencies
Additional qualifications required include:
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) with specialization in Routing (and/or Security)
• MCSE in Windows Server
Competencies required:
• Management of the service switching between primary and secondary sites.
• Monitoring of the different virtual servers hosting the individual components of the application and ensuring optimal utilisation of the resources.
• Management of VMWare virtual servers

c. Experience
1-3 years of experience in network and security domain management. Should have experience in setting up networks and implementing security guidelines and policies. Knowledge of implementing security standards will be preferred. Working knowledge of database administration will be an advantage.