System Architect

• Detailed planning, designing and developing of ICT services including network and server applications.
• Network element configuration including day-to-day service delivery.
• Network and server implementation and optimisation including designing and testing procedures.
• Service, network and hardware migration planning and execution.
• Proof of concept testing and acceptance testing.
• Creating handover documents and delivering training within the division.
• Developing and implementing new features and services.
• Careful consideration regarding implementation and ensuring systems are profitable.
• Vendor and Carrier negotiation, and control for gaining the necessary information and following it through.
• Establishing and ceasing circuit connections of the systems.
• 3rd level troubleshooting with related internal teams and being the first point of contact for internal and external matters.
• Acting as a technical lead for both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
• In case of critical incidents, coordinate with relevant parties and provide support as required to ensure service continuity.

• Planning abilities - to encompass - Network/systems/Servers as part of strategic, service infra and O&M planning
• Sufficient work experience in Networking / Knowledge level : CCNP, JNCIA
• TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, Ethernet, Data Transmission, L2/L3 VPN, Multi-Layer Networking, QoS, Security Firewall, SDWAN, EVPN-VXLAN and IPSec. SONET/SDH, Ethernet, MPLS, Optical Networking.
• Generic Routing, EIGRP, RIP, OSPF, ISIS and BGP4.
• Cisco IOS, Junos, Paloalto PAN-OS, Mikrotik OS, AWS operation and configuration. UNIX command operation and setup/management
• Facility Management, Network Cabling, Equipment Installation.
• Provider related server application. I.E. SMTP, DNS, HTTP, Radius, SNMP Monitoring & Traffic Mgmnt.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to read and write technical documentation.
• Strong time management/multi tasking & organisational skills.

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