Network Technician

The Junior Network Technician will play a critical role in the set-up, installation, and ongoing maintenance of our digital signage network - ensuring seamless delivery of digital advertising content. The successful candidate will have experience in IT administration, with strong practical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

Our clients' London network is comprised of dozens of remotely managed independent networks and hundreds of individual Windows-based media players. The Network Technician will manage the network remotely to troubleshoot issues, run diagnostics, and observe security features., * Install, configure, and maintain network devices and systems, including routers, switches, and digital signage players and display units.

• Monitor network performance, identify and troubleshoot network issues, and implement solutions to ensure minimal downtime.
• Perform regular network maintenance, software updates, and backups to ensure data integrity and system reliability in collaboration with Dubai IT team.
• Collaborate with the IT teams to support the deployment of digital content on our client screens.
• Document network configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security protocols to protect network and data integrity.

The role also requires someone who can work independently across various site locations, while also collaborating with our Dubai-based IT department. The ability to work on-site, install and replace network equipment, and move throughout the city is critical. Independent character and the ability to work autonomously are essential to success in the role., * Network Fundamentals: Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VPN, and routing protocols.

• Hardware Proficiency: Experience with network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues efficiently.
• Site Experience: Experience of working on-site is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and clients effectively., * Associate or bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA) are preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in network administration or a similar role.
• Previous experience in the DOOH industry or with digital signage systems is a plus.