Network Specialist

3 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year


Network Specialist

Minimum Requirements:

  • Relevant Qualification (Diplomas and Certification) (NQF 6)
  • 3 to 5 years of job-related experience.
  • Fortinet certifications such as Fortinet NSE 4 or NSE 5 (NSE 7 and NSE 8 are advantageous).
  • Certification or proven experience in implementing 2FA solutions.
  • Any additional certifications in IT Networking, Security, or Desktop Support are a plus (e.g., CompTIA Network+
  • Security+, Cisco CCNA, or Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician).

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Fortinet Technology Expertise:
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions (firewalls, VPN, etc.).
  • Strong experience with configuring and deploying FortiClient VPN solutions.
  • Experience with two-factor authentication (2FA) implementation, preferably with Fortinet tools.

Desktop Support:

  • Solid background in desktop support, assisting end-users with VPN and security-related issues.
  • Ability to troubleshoot client-side VPN and 2FA issues.
  • IT Networking Knowledge:
    o Proficiency in IT networking principles, including firewall configurations, VPN setup, and secure access protocols.
  • Experience with network diagnostics, security auditing, and troubleshooting network issues related to VPN

Customer Engagement:

  • Excellent communication skills to engage with end-users and stakeholders for training and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical language to ensure user understanding and adoption.

Responsibilities: 

  • Lead the implementation of 2FA on FortiClient VPN across various user groups.
  • Configure and manage Fortinet firewall and VPN policies to support 2FA.
  • Provide end-user desktop support during the 2FA rollout, troubleshooting, and resolving connectivity issues.
  • Collaborate with IT networking teams to ensure network readiness and secure integration of 2FA.
  • Engage with customers and stakeholders to communicate project status, resolve concerns, and provide training on
    2FA usage.
  • Document all technical processes, configurations, and user support procedures to ensure smooth handover post-implementation.
  • Assist in monitoring and auditing the security posture after 2FA implementation to ensure continued compliance and
    protection.

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