About Company
Do you thrive on building resilient networks and ensuring seamless connectivity? At Career.zycto, our network engineers are the architects of our digital backbone, crucial to delivering cutting-edge solutions across various sectors. We cultivate an environment where your expertise in network design, security, and optimization is not just valued, but essential to our rapid growth. Here, you’ll tackle complex challenges, deploying advanced technologies that power our mission. Join a team passionate about pushing technological boundaries and shaping the future of connectivity.
Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our growing technology team in Abijo, Lagos. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, robust security, and optimal performance for all our operations. You will work with a diverse range of networking technologies, contributing directly to the stability and scalability of our digital services. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape our network architecture, drive innovation, and make a significant impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. We are looking for someone who is not only technically proficient but also a proactive problem-solver with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and other data communications systems.
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
- Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN).
- Perform network fault isolation and troubleshooting, resolving complex network issues efficiently.
- Administer and support network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access controls.
- Conduct regular network vulnerability assessments and implement remediation plans.
- Document network configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of IT infrastructure.
- Participate in on-call rotation for critical network support and maintenance.
- Research and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance network capabilities and efficiency.
Required Skills
- Proven experience as a Network Engineer or similar role.
- Solid understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
- Extensive experience with Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent networking hardware.
- Strong knowledge of network security principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools.
- Experience with firewall management and VPN technologies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, CompTIA Network+).
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with scripting languages for network automation (e.g., Python, Ansible).
- Knowledge of VoIP and video conferencing systems.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Generous paid time off.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Modern office facilities in a developing area.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the application link below. Please ensure your resume highlights your relevant experience and qualifications for this role. We look forward to reviewing your application.
