Infrastructure Network Analyst Job in Nigeria at GVA Partners

Started by jobnavy, Jul 16, 2012, 04:01 PM

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Job Title: Infrastructure Network Analyst   

Job Ref No: GVA/NWA 001A

Location: Nigeria

Organisation: GVA Partners

JOB DESCRIPTION: The ideal candidate will function as a subject matter expert in the client's network infrastructure environment and must have gained practical experience from handling significantly complex technical assignments. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise on the design, implementation and maintenance of all voice and data network infrastructures within the environment.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience as a Network Infrastructure Analyst; proven experience of operating in a Cisco-based environment is a definite advantage.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: Minimum of a good bachelor's degree in: Computer Science/Electronic Engineering/other Technology-related field, Cisco certification (CCNA, CCNP) required.

JOB FUNCTION :

• Analyse and resolve technical problems within the existing network infrastructure.

• Consult with users and evaluate requirements, recommend designs, provide cost analyses, plan projects and coordinate tasks for installation of data networks.

• Recommend network solutions for short, medium, and long-term network projects

• Conduct research and evaluation of network technology and recommend purchases of appropriate network equipment.

• Design, implement and manage enterprise network infrastructure.

• Design, implement and manage internal telecommunications infrastructure.

• Provide technical support-collaborate with user departments, vendors and data centres in the design of required routers, switches and hubs.

• Design, implement and support IP data network connectivity and provide effective data network administration for users firm-wide.

• Provide expert level support (level 3) for all multi-site enterprise data communications network (i.e. LANs, WLANs, WANs, etc).

• Monitor network performance Online-Real Time and ensure high availability (99.9%) of network nodes

• Serve as technical specialist in network problems and emergencies

• Develop network management policies, procedures and guidelines and provide training and guidance to computing system users

• Work with vendors to resolve complex network problems

• Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network

• Perform related work as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience of Cisco Networks. In particular QOS settings, Switch port configuration and VLAN / WAN and MAN configuration

• Excellent networking experience and knowledge of network environments and concepts such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, wireless and mobile computing.

• Relevant experience of FTP, TFTP, DHCP, AD

• Relevant experience of Windows 2000 server/professional, Window XP, MS Office (2000 and XP).

• Strong technical and project management skills, must be resourceful and able to work as part of a team

COMPETENCES:

• Excellent diagnostic and fault finding skills- ability to support a variety of technologies and systems independently resolve problems and pro-actively communicate solutions.

• Very good analytical and conceptualization skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Exhibit a thorough approach to quality issues and documentation.

• Committed to continuous learning and development on the job.

• Excellent team player.

• Good leadership skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in working with the organisation and your skills and capabilities match the job profile, submit your application now.

Apply with your CV and cover letter. Your CV should be in Ms Word format.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Infrastructure Network Analyst Job in Nigeria