Network Administrator (East London)

We are currently recruiting for a Network Administratorfor a manufacturing client of ours based in East London (mainly office based with 1 day from home per week).

JOB OVERVIEW:

• Secure operation of the organization's network infrastructure.
• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of network systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot /resolve network-related problems.

PERSON PROFILE:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication.
• Ability to analyse complex network configurations.
• Work well independently and in a team, managing priorities and tasks.
• Updated with emerging network technologies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (but not limited to):

• Design and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls/ wireless access points.
• Configure and optimize network devices and protocols to ensure reliable and efficient network performance.
• Partner with vendors and service providers to manage network services and ensure compliance with service-level agreements.
• Network-related projects, providing technical expertise, and assisting in the implementation of new network solutions.
• Evaluation and selection of network equipment, software, and service providers.
• Support and guidance to junior Network Administrators and technicians as needed.
• Network performance, availability, and security, identifying and resolving network issues.
• Network performance analysis and capacity planning to ensure scalability.
• Implement network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Update network documentation, including network diagrams, configuration files.
• Regular network backups and implement disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies, proposing enhancements to the network infrastructure and security posture.

EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience as a Network Administrator or in a similar networking role.
• Understanding of network, technologies, and concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, and routing protocols.
• Network infrastructure devices, such as switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Knowledge of network documentation tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams/ vendors.
• Certifications, such as CCNA or CCNP (would be advantageous).
• Network security principles/ practices.
• Network troubleshooting/performance optimization.
• Knowledge of network monitoring and management tools.
• Network backup and disaster recovery strategies.

For more information please apply asap

Gigabit Group Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Gigabit Group Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply.