Networks and Infrastructure Supervisor Job at ATNS in Bruma

Supervisor: Networks and Infrastructure
Applications are invited for the position of Supervisor; Networks and Infrastructure, based in Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Senior Manager: Technology R&D.
Major activities:
•    Ensure the effective operation of WAN/LAN, telephony systems, security, HW (office automation, ie printers, firewall, router, switches, firewall proxies, etc), ISP and SW in order to ensure service delivery to both internal and external customers
•    Manage and monitor services provided by network and infrastructure-related vendors? ie ISP, etc
•    Establish internal and external stakeholders to be engaged for respective research projects
•    Oversee design and implementation of network optimisation based on network monitoring information
•    Ensure operational efficiency and optimal use of NW infrastructure assets
•    Monitor network anti-virus protection systems and software
•    Develop and continually update the technology space map for the IT NW infrastructure with new asset acquisition
•    Provide management reports for submission to EXCO and the Bid Adjudication Committee (BAC) to facilitate necessary approvals
•    Participate in configuration control issues/changes relating to other IT systems
•    Support the technology forecasting process in technology R&D and ensure that it incorporates network infrastructure
•    Define KPIs and metrics for the IT network infrastructure that will ensure effective service delivery for ATNS to meet the requirements of both internal and external customers
•    Provide input to tender process/projects with requirements for IT network infrastructure during RF drafting, evaluation and acquisition processes
•    Develop and continually review applicable dashboards for monitoring of network utilisation and traffic analysis and ensure that systems are monitored by PRC
•    Evaluate and procure optimal network management technology solutions that will advance ATNS
•    Ensure efficient VLAN network plan and design
•    Develop and review the current disaster recovery management plan and make recommendations for continuous improvement in order to ensure business continuity
•    Mentor and lead direct reports
•    Continuously review policies and procedures for the IT infrastructure and make recommendations to be implemented in alignment with TIL and ISO guidelines
•    Implement Quality Assurance in Business Systems processes documenting and maintaining Quality Assurance processes and procedures.
Minimum qualifications:
•    BSc/BTech Information Technology or equivalent qualification
•    Qualified/trained Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
•    Certified Network Administrator (CNE or CCNA).
Minimum experience:
•    5 years of experience, with sound knowledge of network administration for network routers, switches and hubs
•    Sound experience in LAN/WAN infrastructure deployment, traffic analysis, optimisation and capacity planning
•    Good knowledge of network security management, including SAN storage and RAID technology option
•    Network administration/PC environment support as well as knowledge management in area of expertise
•    High level of technical/professional knowledge.
Skills and competencies:
•    Analysis/problem assessment
•    Judgment/problem-solving
•    Information management
•    Assertive/initiative
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Presentation skills
•    Ability to impart knowledge and concepts.


Closing date: 31 January 2014.
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. These positions will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS' Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.


Postal Address:

Private Bag X15
Kempton Park
1620
Gauteng
South Africa