- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience7 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer
As the Networks & Security Team Lead, you will lead a dynamic team of Network & Security Administrators, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our network infrastructure. Your primary focus will be to maintain high availability, oversee network-related projects, and act as the primary escalation point for all network-related incidents. This role demands a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3-5 Network & Security Administrators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
- Drive the professional growth of the team by identifying training needs and ensuring they are equipped to handle evolving network technologies.
Network Operations & Maintenance:
- Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance activities for the entire network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance.
- Guarantee 99.99% network uptime through proactive monitoring, timely issue resolution, and effective resource management.
Incident Management & Escalation:
- Act as the primary Level 1 escalation point for all network-related incidents, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
- Serve as the Resolution Manager during critical network incidents, coordinating cross-functional teams to restore services efficiently.
Network Configuration & Documentation:
- Ensure all network configurations are standardized, backed up, and documented accurately.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all network equipment and spares, ensuring readiness for immediate deployment.
Strategic Planning & Budgeting:
- Develop and manage both Capex and Opex budgets for network infrastructure, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with Service Providers to ensure adherence to SLAs, striving for 100% compliance.
Research & Innovation:
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions that enhance network performance and security.
- Lead research initiatives to explore new tools, technologies, and processes that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the network infrastructure.
Collaboration & Project Management:
- Work closely with the ITSM/Service Delivery Manager to align network projects with overall IT & Service strategies.
- Lead network-related projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Qualifications & Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Mandatory).
Certifications:
- CCNP (Mandatory); CCIE (R&S, SP, Data Centre, or Security) is highly desirable.
- Check Point Security (CCSE/CCSM) Certification (Mandatory).
- Fortinet & Cisco Firewall Certifications are an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience managing and/or installing complex multi-vendor networks (Mandatory).
- Telco/Service Provider experience is a plus.
- Extensive experience with BGP & OSPF routing protocols, Cisco Nexus switches, Juniper QFX, high-performance routers (e.g., Cisco ASR1k), firewall hardening (Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX), Network Access Control, and Traffic Engineering.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proven leadership and people management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver projects and IT services.
- Flexibility to work outside regular hours as needed.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to SportPesa on www.linkedin.com to apply.