The Network Manager role for the Group (comprising Octotel & RSAWEB) presents an enticing opportunity. The chosen candidate will have the chance to leverage their skillset across a wide array of products supported by two robust, carrier-grade networks.
Both Octotel and RSAWEB have firmly established themselves in the telecommunications sector :
RSAWEB :
Established in 2001, RSAWEB is a fast-growing and highly innovative Internet Service Provider. We specialize in Cloud infrastructure, Enterprise Connectivity, Mobile Data Management, Fibre To The Home and Fibre To The Business. Our focus is on helping customers succeed online by leveraging technology to increase revenue, manage risk and contain costs.
Octotel :
Established in 2016, Octotel is a fast growing and highly innovative Fibre Network Operator. We specialize in the build of FTTx networks across South Africa. Our focus is on providing our customers with the best possible internet experience through a stable and high-speed fibre connection.
A day in your life as the Network Manager :
- Ensure daily operational duties are fulfilled
- Managing a team of Network and Net-SysAdmin engineers
- Ongoing maintenance and improvement of the RSAWEB network
- Overall planning of network rollout and associated tasks
- Managing of the RSAWEB network within budget parameters
- Maintain network stability and uptime of the RSAWEB network
- Network product support and ongoing development
- Security of the overall network
- Execution of the group network strategy
- Internal customer support
- And any other reasonable task
- This role requires managing a team of highly skilled engineers and providing the necessary direction to ensure operational or project success.
- Providing leadership to the team which includes day-to-day management, cultivating the company culture and ensuring the team is successful
- We encourage internal learning and on-the-job training. Engineering managers are required to provide coaching and necessary guidance to technical and non-technical staff.
Requirements
CCNP / CCSP certification with official CSCO number10+ years working within an ISP based environmentExperience and knowledge of Cisco routers and switches (IOS)Experience and knowledge of Juniper routers and switches (JUNOS)Experience and knowledge of Extreme Networks switches (EXOS)Experience and knowledge of IP addressing and subnetting (IPv4 &IPv6)Experience and knowledge of Routing protocols including BGP and OSPFExperience and knowledge of MPLS and Metro Ethernet protocolsExcellent analytical and troubleshooting abilityExperience and knowledge of of Linux ServersExperience and knowledge of Radius (AAA)Experience and knowledge of VMWare and virtualizationProficiency with source-control tools (GitHub, Bitbucket, etc.)Familiar with monitoring systems / tools e.g. Netdata / Zabbix / IrisExperience leading a engineering teamKnowledge of a wide variety of network solutions, standards and protocolsExperience in working with multi-cultured employeesExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to take ownership of projects and initiatives with minimal supervisionAbility to work under pressure and is stress tolerantCapacity planning and network optimization experienceValid driver license and own transportExperience working in an entrepreneurial environmentCompany contribution to Medical AidRetirement Annuity contributionDiscounted Internet ConnectivityFree Barista prepared coffee, breakfasts and snacks.Employee Wellness Programme (ICAS). Providing free 24 / 7 / 365 counselling for you and your family in your household, as well as other health and wellbeing resources, provided by registered professionals.Exposure to latest industry technologies and standardsLastly, a work environment that rivals the very best!Flexible working hoursIf you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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