Job Description

Network Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring and managing the local and wide area networks of an organisation to ensure maximum uptime for users.
The role can include designing system configurations, documenting and managing the installation of a new network, and maintaining and upgrading existing systems as necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

Network Engineers will work in-house or be assigned to project management teams working with outside clients. As part of an organisation’s IT team, Network Engineers work closely with Business Analysts, Network Architects and IT Managers.

A Network Engineer job description can therefore comprise of:

Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks
Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP
Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation
Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximise network efficiency and security
Maximising network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
Arranging scheduled upgrades
Investigating faults in the network
Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases
Reporting network status to key stakeholders

Requirements and skills

Holding a Degree and having a technical background will be required to gain a Network Engineer role. Degrees in the following subjects can be included:

Computer Science
Computer Software / Computer Systems Engineering
Computer Systems and networks
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Mathematics
Network Security Management
Physics


8 - 10 years relevant work experience.
As a guide, a CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is desirable.

As well as formal qualifications, a Network Engineer job description should include the following qualities:

An analytical mind
An ability to learn new technologies quickly
Good time management skills
An ability to follow processes
Strong documentation skills
Good communication skills - both written and verbal
Commercial and business awareness.

Salary

N450,000 - N500,000 Monthly.