Senior Hardware and Networking Specialist
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Job Summary
No. of Vacancy
1
Job Type
Full Time
Offered Salary
Negotiable
Gender
Any
Career Level
Senior Level
Category
N/A
Experience
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in networking and hardware infrastructure
Preferred Education
Bachelor in IT/Engineering
Location
Kamby Complex, Kalanki
Apply Before
2025-07-26
Job Description
  • Design, deploy, and manage physical and virtual servers (Windows/Linux), storage systems, and network architecture.
  • Administer and secure LAN/WAN, firewalls, switches, routers, load balancers, and wireless networks.
  • Monitor network performance, conduct traffic analysis, and implement necessary improvements or upgrades.
  • Lead server and network hardening, patch management, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or others) if applicable.
  • Lead major hardware and networking projects such as data center migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and network redesigns.
  • Perform root cause analysis for hardware and network failures, resolving critical issues promptly.
  • Ensure IT infrastructure is compliant with company policies, standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001), and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain detailed documentation on configurations, policies, and network maps.
  • Guide and support junior network and hardware technicians; oversee their work and provide training where necessary.
  • Collaborate with software, DevOps, and security teams for end-to-end system integration.
  • Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, IT, or a related field.
Job Specification

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, IT, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5–7 years of experience in networking and hardware infrastructure, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
  • Deep knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.), DNS, DHCP, and VPNs.
  • Advanced experience with firewall systems (e.g., Fortinet, Cisco ASA), switches, and routers.
  • Strong experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), server clustering, and load balancing.
  • Experience with enterprise storage systems (SAN/NAS), and backup solutions.
  • Familiarity with IT security concepts and tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS).
  • Hands-on experience in managing cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure Networking) is a plus.
  • Excellent documentation, project planning, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications:

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or higher
  • CompTIA Server+ / Network+ / Security+
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to lead critical incident response and troubleshoot under pressure.
  • Strong analytical mindset with a focus on uptime, security, and efficiency.
  • Willingness to be on-call for infrastructure emergencies and upgrades during off-hours.
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