National IT Specialist - Network Infrastructure

- Experience of vendor management, especially Service Delivery - Coordinating external and internal resources carrying out design work and conducting testing - Planning network upgrades and new network deployments - Installation, maintenance, and configuration of routers, firewalls, and switches - Experience of zoning concepts (e.g. DMZ) - Experience configuring and maintaining VPNs - Experience coordinating projects - Knowledge of network administration supporting core business environments - Conceptual knowledge of Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies such as routing, MPLS, and SD-WAN - Experience with Network Firewall technologies, especially Fortinet Fortigate - Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) Technologies, especially Juniper and Cisco Meraki - Understanding of Wireless LAN Technologies, especially Extreme Wi-Fi and Cisco Meraki - Knowledge of managing Wireless LANs and coordinating installations - Creation and maintenance of supporting processes and documentation - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to take responsibility for business-critical issues - Capable of prioritizing and executing tasks under pressure - Inquisitive and driven to perform at the best of abilities - Capable of building trust and relationships at all levels - Keen to take ownership and responsibility while working effectively within a team - Logical, efficient, and attentive to detail - Self-motivated - Desirable: JNCIP or equivalent (e.g. CCNP) - Experience of working within industry standards (e.g. PCI DSS, ISO270001, ITILv4) - Understanding of network cable patching and key installation standards