IP Network Engineer at Layer3

Layer3 is a network and enterprise solutions provider. We combine our knowledge of world-class technology solutions, in addition to our partnership with some of the global technology providers to design, implement and support our clients’ business transformation ambitions. This includes the innovation of the data centre, software, server & storage systems, mobile device management, security & network infrastructure solutions and access solutions including broadband and VPN services. These solutions are all backed by our world-class support. At Layer3, the success of our customers is always paramount in our minds and our culture drives us to work closely with them to truly understand their business and ICT needs. We continuously build strategic partnerships with global technology leaders that enable us deploy solutions that minimize risks, maximize flexibility and optimize the use of capital with results that exceed our customers’ expectations. We run a 24/7 network management and support center which allows us provide round the clock remote monitoring and support services for our customers’ IT and network infrastructure as well as our expansive metro fiber network infrastructure guaranteeing optimal performance and quick fault resolutions. Layer3 started operations in 2005 with headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. It owns and operates metropolitan fiber networks in Lagos and Abuja and has a world-class network operations and management center in Abuja. In 2013, it recieved the Tony Elumelu Foundation and AllWorld Networks Nigeria50 award. The Nigeria50 award is a ranking of the fastest and most dynamic non-listed companies in Nigeria. Layer3 ranked 17th of the 50 companies awarded. Layer3 provides professional services in several African countries with a large pool of some of the most technically certified and experienced experts within the region.

Job Summary

• The IP Network Engineer will also be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities required to fulfil and support network services to enterprise customers. These include the management of existing and development of new network infrastructure systems, as well as managing system and network administration.

Job Responsibilities

• Extensive hands-on engineering level support on switching and routing technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS/VPLS, spanning tree protocols e.g.; MSTP, RSTP, 802.1x, 802.11, 802.16, VPN, DMVPN, SDN, VRRP/HSRP, WAN Acceleration, QoS, VoIP, VTC, cloud, Automation and similar network technologies.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot network communications failures and bottlenecks.
• Ability to analyze system logs, identifying potential issues and troubleshooting any reported network problems
• Switching tasks include VTP, ISL/ 802.1q, IPSec and GRE Tunneling, VLANs, Ether Channel, Trunking, Port Security, STP and RSTP.
• Configuration of LAN/WAN/WLAN links using VSI/ L2VC, for MPLS L2VPN will be required to be available for on-call duties on a need basis.
• Understands and assist in technical strategies in the design, configuration and maintenance of LAN, WAN and wireless networks to ensure the stability, integrity and operational effectiveness and efficiency of network services.
• Participates in the design and configuration of internal and/or external networks as required for assigned projects.
• Supervise IP/MPLS services’ implementation covering the installations, testing & handover.
• Proactively perform corrective maintenance for IP/MPLS network.
• Develop automation and other internal systems and tools to assist in the care and feeding of the IP/MPLS network and integration activities.
• Responsible for network planning, configuration, and implementation.
• Design and develop routing topology for Core /Access/Metro/Edge network infrastructures and for converged data & communications services and their successful integration.
• Drive Digital Transformation Agenda using Cloud, Security, Big-Data, IOT, SDN, SDS, SDWAN, and SDWAN
• Responding to RFQ & preparing proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology or related field or its equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in troubleshooting and managing IP networks.
• Cisco, Juniper, Fortigate, Bluecoat.
• A thorough understanding of network technology and protocols.
• Operating systems knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge in cabling structured network.
• Possess high level interpersonal communication skills.

Method of Application

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