Associate Network Engineer

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa The Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year
Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA
The Associate Network Engineer is an entry level subject matter expert, responsible for working under supervision and playing a vital role in supporting and maintaining company network infrastructure.

This role works closely with Senior Network Engineers and cross-functional teams, assisting in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network solutions to ensure efficient and reliable communication.

Key responsibilities:
  • Assists in configuring and maintaining network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and access points.
  • Supports with ensuring that network configurations are accurate and aligned with best practices.
  • Collaborates with the network team to monitor network performance, availability, and security.
  • Helps identify and address network-related issues to minimize downtime and disruptions.
  • Responds to and assists in resolving network incidents and problems.
  • Supports with troubleshooting connectivity issues, performance bottlenecks, and other network-related challenges.
  • Supports with creating and updating technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
  • Collaborates with the security team to implement network security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls, to protect the organization's assets and data.
  • Assists in planning and implementing network upgrades and improvements.
  • Collaborates with senior engineers to deploy patches, updates, and new technologies.
  • Works closely with other IT teams, including systems administrators, application developers, and support teams, to provide integrated solutions and support the overall IT environment.
  • Coordinates with vendors for hardware and software procurement, support, and troubleshooting.
  • Engages in continuous learning to expand technical skills and knowledge in networking.
  • Seeks opportunities for training and certifications to enhance proficiency.
  • Participates in network-related projects, such as network expansions, migrations, and implementations.
  • Performs any other related task as required.
To thrive in this role, you need to have:
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and topologies.
  • Familiarity with network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and access points.
  • Proficiency in basic network configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new networking technologies and concepts.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Academic qualifications and certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA) are beneficial.
Required experience:
  • Entry level experience working in a networking environment preferably within a global IT organization.
  • Basic experience with network security.
  • Entry level WAN and LAN experience.
  • Entry level experience in wireless equipment, protocols, standards, and wireless LAN design.
  • Basic Google Cloud.
Workplace type:
Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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