Network Manager at Cavista

CavistaNigeria Networking and Tech Support

Full Time

At Cavista, our mission is to empower organizations with the worldâ€™s best technology solutions. We ensure the highest level of client satisfaction through a global network of innovation, and our software solutions are custom-built to accommodate your domain and requirements. Through world-class consultation, innovative IT solutions and personalized client services, Cavista increases operational efficiency for organizations of allÂ sizes.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Network Manager with 10–15 years of hands-on expertise in enterprise networking and infrastructure.
This role blends strategic leadership, technical depth, and team development, overseeing the performance, scalability, and security of our network while guiding a high-performing team of professionals.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a proactive mindset to technical innovation and team stewardship.

Responsibilities
Network Architecture & Operations:

Design, implement, and optimize enterprise-wide LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi/VPN solutions.
Lead evaluation and integration of emerging technologies (Software Defined-Networks, cloud networking, automation).
Maintain high availability and security across all network layers.

Team Leadership & Development:

Manage and mentor a team of [X] network engineers and administrators.
Conduct regular 1:1 meeting to support team growth, address concerns, and align goals.
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and ownership.
Guide career development through coaching, certification planning, and skill mapping.

Project Management & Execution:

Own end-to-end delivery of complex networking projects, migrations, and upgrades.
Align network initiatives with business goals and cross-functional priorities.
Monitor timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication.

Security & Compliance:

Implement robust security frameworks including ACLs, IPS/IDS, firewalls, and segmentation.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (HIPAA, Hi Trust, SOC, etc.).
Lead incident response and vulnerability remediation.

Monitoring & Optimization:

Oversee network monitoring, capacity planning, and performance analysis.
Drive improvements in uptime, throughput, and operational efficiency.

Documentation & Stakeholder Communication:

Maintain detailed topology diagrams, asset inventories, change records, and SOPs.
Present strategic updates and reports to executive leadership.

Vendor Management:

Manage vendor relationships, support contracts, and procurement lifecycles.
Forecast and control network budget for hardware, licensing, and services.
Coordinate with external partners and service providers for escalations and strategic planning.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
10–15 years of enterprise networking experience with a strong technical foundation.
Leadership experience managing technical teams, conducting performance reviews, career planning, and driving strategic infrastructure projects.
Expert-level knowledge of routing, switching, and security (BGP, OSPF, vPC, VXLAN, EVPN).
Deep understanding of data center topologies (e.g., spine-leaf architectures), VXLAN EVPN, fabric technologies, and DC-class platforms such as Nexus switches
Familiarity and hands-on experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco Firepower)
Working knowledge of IDS/IPS, secure segmentation, VPNs, and SSL inspection
Familiarity with SDN, cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP), and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).
Extensive exposure to Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) frameworks
Proven experience in designing and implementing redundant, fault-tolerant networks to support recovery objectives
Industry certifications (e.g., CCNP/CCIE, JNCIE, NSE 7+) strongly preferred.
Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Familiarity with network monitoring tools and performance analysis.