NETWORK SPECIALIST – Debmarine 644 views

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
• Maintains detailed knowledge of current practice within the area of expertise/specialism, interpreting developments.
• Evaluates network control system software requirements and generates the necessary software to cater for communication links and other software resident on the back-office infrastructure.
• Plans and co-ordinates the ordering and installation of network cabling, devices and controllers by considering new requirements and existing facilities.
• Co-ordinates implementation of network system software into the primary communications equipment (e.g. preparing
installation/contingency plans and ensuring loading, testing and verifying of system operation).
• Initiates requirements of new or additional devices by determining users needs, performing capacity planning exercises,
evaluating availability of new technology and making recommendation.
• Plans and draws up an installation programme for all new or additional network deployment.
• Generates all configurations on network equipment to ensure correct operation of all devices on the network.
• Completes a post project evaluation to ensure all installed equipment performs as per specification.
• Receives requests regarding all faulty equipment from users, prioritises the re- quest, allocates tasks to subordinates/
suppliers and follows up to ensure the tasks are properly completed.
• Advises and assists Information Management staff and end users on issues regarding network, LAN/WAN, graphics and
peripheral related problems.
• Manages and controls subordinates for optimum utilization.
• Takes cognisance of, adheres to and promotes Corporate Governance and Company policies and procedures relating to
health, safety, security and environmental issues.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
• Computer applications – MS Office
• Information technology direction
• Knowledge of Namibia’s Labour Law
• ITIL and COBIT
• Cisco Applications
• Project management
• Network design and typology
• Analysing, learning and researching

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Degree in ICT (Information and Communication Technology) or equivalent
• International Cisco certification; Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Six (6) years relevant experience in the server and network environment.
• An in-depth knowledge of MPLS and QoS.
• Code 8 Drivers License