Metacom is seeking a Network Engineer to support and maintain an efficient communications infrastructure. The role requires a minimum CCNP qualification, 8 years of experience in core network functions, and expertise in network security, Linux, VMware, and open-source applications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, flexibility, and a commitment to staying updated with industry trends.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join our NOC team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our critical IT infrastructure, leading the implementation and maintenance of innovative technologies. This position requires a strong foundation in traditional system administration practices, coupled with expertise in automation, cloud technologies, containerization, Linux environments, Microsoft 365/Exchange Server and Active Directory, and email security solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Allocating network resources and maintaining company WAN environment.
- Installing, supporting and maintaining new server and communications hardware and software infrastructure
- Setting up Radius, DNS, Nutanix HCI VM’s, Secure Web Servers
- Setting up client VPN environments, especially opensource technologies e.g. Openvpn, WireGuard, FreeRadius, FRR
- Implement routine and preventative measures and maintaining and monitoring network security, including firewalls.
- Maintain detailed schematics and documentation of all infrastructure and related systems
- Research new technology and components
- Assist with the formulation of new design/technological concepts for the business
- Design, simulate, test and implement design/technological concepts
- Identify cost-saving initiatives
- Assist pre-sales with special projects
- Test/ qualify solutions against international standards
- Assisting internal colleagues in the investigation of networking and system-related problems and solutions
- Real-time investigation and fault-finding communication problems for external and internal clients
- Upskill junior members of the team.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Networking qualification required: Minimum CCNP
- Minimum 4 years experience in Core network functions and operations (BGP and OSPF protocols in an MPLS network)
- Knowledge of network security and Fortigate firewall configuration, management and support.
- Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, VMware infrastructure, as well as routing.
- Strong knowledge of open source applications e.g. Open VPN, Wireguard, FRR, Freeradius, open DNS
- Strong knowledge in the ISP environment, e.g. BGP, VRF’s, IGP’s. Working with Fiber network
- Operators (FNO) and have a good understanding of how FNO networks work and inter-connectivity to such environments.
- Scripting knowledge e.g. Python an advantage.
Personal Attributes:
- Show leadership ability.
- Remain flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances
- Take responsibility for staying up to date with the latest trends and developments
- Be willing and keen to share information
- Have good communication skills
- Have a natural tendency to be self-driven and highly self-motivated with a sense of pride in their work
- Show initiative
- Have a strong sense of integrity, and is open, honest and ethical in everything they do
- Be able to learn and apply new development tools quickly and efficiently
- Be able to accept constructive criticism
- Be prepared to travel locally and on occasion internationally, sometimes at short notice
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to careers@metacom.net
Should you meet the above requirements, forward a detailed CV with contactable references to careers@metacom.net
Metacom offers a highly rewarding role with substantial growth opportunities, as well as exciting benefits - Pension, Group Life Cover, Medical Aid and more.
