Specialist Network and Security at CRDB Bank February, 2024

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Position: Specialist Network and Security
Job reporting to: Senior Manager ICT
Location: CRDB Bank Burundi S.A.
No of positions: 1

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of network infrastructure and contribute towards design, integration, and enhancements as well as configuration of router and switches.
• Operational management of the Core network domain to deliver end-to-end network availability and performance; to ensure preventive, reactive, and corrective maintenance are performed as per vendor recommendations with high emphasis on network security.
• Ensure optimal operation of all Core network infrastructure equipment (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, etc.) for the Data Center connecting network segments.
• Provide periodic network capacity forecast, planning statistics and periodic reports to aid management decisions in enhancing service delivery.
• Participate in IT infrastructure projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Remains highly informed on industry best practices applicable to the responsibilities of this position
• Troubleshoot, and resolve WAN & LAN performance, connectivity, and related network problems
• Design, analyze and implement WAN, LAN equipment and design a cost-effective system configuration that meets the users’ requirements.
• Working with multiple communication and network vendors to design the infrastructure at our new buildings or Branches.
• Facilitate the purchase, and tracking of IT equipment, software, and licenses.
• Maintain and optimize the health and efficiency of end-user systems.
• Participate in the incident response program, ensuring that the program is tested throughout the organization and that every high-level manager knows his or her duties during such an incident.
• Provide & manage remote (VPN), DC access to users and real time monitoring of network user activities.
• Configure and maintain LAN and WAN for voice services.
• Install, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot cisco unified infrastructure applications.
• Coordinate and maintain different IP telephony enhancements, unified collaboration systems, presentation, and audio-visual facilities.
• Responsible for Vulnerability and penetration testing activities VAPT.

Qualifications and Experience required

• University bachelor’s degree in computer systems technology or related academic field.
• Essential certifications: CompTIA Network+ Certification, Cisco CCNA Certification, Cisco CCNP Certification, Certified WAN professional (CWP) will be added advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience in network and Infrastructure preferable in Banking environment.
• Technical handling interaction with vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Knowledge in network security & Compliance
• Knowledge in router, Firewalls, Switches configuration & troubleshooting.
• Knowledge in analysing, testing, and evaluating networks to make sure that they run properly and that they have the resources necessary for smooth functioning.
• Knowledge in network security including architecture and configuration of Cisco routers, firewalls and a wide range of security products.
• Knowledge on Cisco ISE, wireless network and Data center infrastructures.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong skills in routing and switching.
• Communication and customer service skills.
• Analytical skills.

CLOSING DATE: 27th February, 2024

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