Junior Network Engineer

Key Accountabilities - Plan, design and develop local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. - Participate in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. - Analyse and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion. - Provide end-user training Strategy & Planning -Collaborate with department heads to assess near and long-term network capacity needs -Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records -Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery Acquisition & Deployment - Design and deploy client’s LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other hardware - Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry - Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades - Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services - Design, implement, and maintain VOIP phone system to include phone servers, phones, and faxes - Design, implement, and maintain Audio/Video systems Operational Management - Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling Company’s objectives and processes - Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed - Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end-user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices - Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, and other network appliances - Manage servers, including database, email, printers, and backup servers and their associated operating systems and software - Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specification information - Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports - Participate in managing all network security solutions - Perform server and security audits system backups and recovery - Manage and configure Switch and Router for L2, L3 configuration Job Requirements - Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN, WLAN, and WWAN design and implementation - Proven experience with VOIP phone systems - Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits - Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience - Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws - Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required - Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment