0 Network Operations jobs in Kenya
Network Operations Engineer
Posted 1 day ago
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Your duties will include troubleshooting network issues, implementing network upgrades and configurations, and performing regular system maintenance. You will work closely with other IT and engineering teams to resolve complex technical problems and ensure the smooth functioning of all network services. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), network security principles, and experience with network monitoring tools. Proficiency in configuring and managing network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls is essential. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure. If you are a proactive network professional looking for a challenging role with opportunities for growth and a flexible work arrangement, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor network performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Perform routine network maintenance and upgrades.
- Configure, install, and manage network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).
- Troubleshoot network connectivity and performance problems.
- Implement and maintain network security measures.
- Respond to network alerts and incidents in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Document network configurations and procedures.
- Participate in on-call rotations as needed.
- Stay current with network technologies and best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in network operations and administration.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios).
- Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or other enterprise-grade network equipment.
- Familiarity with network security concepts and best practices.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Network Operations Engineer
Posted 7 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Monitor network performance and availability using industry-standard tools.
- Respond to and resolve network incidents and outages in a timely manner.
- Perform root cause analysis for network issues and implement permanent solutions.
- Configure, manage, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
- Implement and manage network security measures, including VPNs and access controls.
- Participate in network design, capacity planning, and technology evaluation.
- Develop and maintain accurate network documentation, including diagrams and configuration guides.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of network services.
- Conduct regular network performance tuning and optimization.
- Stay current with emerging networking technologies and best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in network operations and engineering.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and other routing protocols.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar network hardware.
- Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
- Experience with network security principles and firewall management.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are a plus.
This hybrid role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in network operations within a dynamic telecommunications environment.
Network Operations Engineer
Posted 11 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Monitor the health and performance of the telecommunications network using advanced monitoring tools.
- Respond promptly to network outages and performance degradation incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing solutions.
- Configure, manage, and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Implement network changes and upgrades following established change management procedures.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Participate in network design and capacity planning to ensure scalability and resilience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems administrators and application developers, to resolve complex issues.
- Ensure network security by implementing and monitoring security best practices and devices.
- Provide on-call support for network emergencies as required.
- Stay current with emerging network technologies and industry trends.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in network operations and engineering within a telecommunications environment.
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and switching technologies.
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix).
- Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Juniper, or other enterprise-grade network equipment.
- Understanding of network security principles and technologies (e.g., VPNs, firewalls).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIA are highly desirable.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
Network Operations Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor network performance and activity using advanced network management tools.
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve network issues, including connectivity problems, performance bottlenecks, and security incidents.
- Implement and manage network configurations, upgrades, and patches to ensure system integrity.
- Respond to network alerts and incidents in a timely manner, minimizing downtime and impact on services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, support) to troubleshoot and resolve complex network problems.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of network expansion and improvement projects.
- Ensure compliance with network security policies and best practices.
- Perform routine network health checks and preventative maintenance.
- Analyze network traffic patterns and provide recommendations for optimization.
- Assist in the evaluation and implementation of new network technologies and solutions.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.
- Manage network devices (routers, switches, firewalls) remotely.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years of experience in network operations, network administration, or a similar role within the telecommunications industry.
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF).
- Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG).
- Proficiency in configuring and managing network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) from major vendors.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or similar are highly advantageous.
- Experience with cloud networking concepts is a plus.
- Must have reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated workspace.
Lead Network Operations Engineer
Posted 1 day ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the company's telecommunications network, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
- Develop, implement, and maintain network monitoring tools and systems to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
- Oversee network troubleshooting and provide expert-level support for complex network problems.
- Manage network infrastructure upgrades, replacements, and new deployments, ensuring minimal service disruption.
- Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and customer support, to ensure seamless network service delivery.
- Mentor and guide junior network engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness of network services.
- Plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives for the network infrastructure.
- Stay current with emerging network technologies and industry best practices.
- Document network configurations, operational procedures, and incident reports.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in telecommunications network operations and management.
- Expertise in routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, and VPNs.
- Hands-on experience with network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark).
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
- Experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar enterprise-grade network equipment.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
- Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIE are highly preferred.
- Experience in the Telecoms sector is essential.
Senior Network Operations Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring the health and performance of the network infrastructure 24/7 using advanced tools.
- Responding to network alerts and incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing timely resolutions.
- Configuring, deploying, and maintaining network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Developing and implementing network security best practices and procedures to protect against cyber threats.
- Collaborating with system administrators and software developers to ensure network compatibility and integration.
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Participating in on-call rotation to provide emergency support outside of standard business hours.
- Identifying opportunities for network optimization and performance enhancement.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest networking technologies and trends.
Senior Network Operations Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
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As a Senior Network Operations Engineer, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our complex network, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Your responsibilities will include monitoring network traffic, diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues, and implementing network upgrades and enhancements. You will also be involved in capacity planning to meet future network demands.
This role requires deep expertise in routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), firewall management, VPN technologies, and network security best practices. You will work with a variety of network hardware and software vendors, troubleshoot connectivity problems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, configure, and deploy network solutions.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Implement network security measures and ensure compliance with security policies.
- Perform regular network maintenance, upgrades, and patching.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and procedures.
- Collaborate with vendors and service providers to resolve network-related problems.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Participate in on-call rotation for emergency network support.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering and operations.
- In-depth knowledge of enterprise networking concepts and technologies.
- Expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios) and packet analysis.
- Relevant certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, essential for a remote role.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. The role supports critical network operations for clients based in and around **Garissa, Garissa, KE**, and beyond.
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Senior Network Operations Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Monitor network performance, identify and resolve complex network issues proactively.
- Implement, configure, and manage network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, procedures, and configurations.
- Perform regular network maintenance, patching, and upgrades to ensure system stability and security.
- Participate in network capacity planning and architectural design.
- Respond to network incidents and outages, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new service deployments and infrastructure changes.
- Automate network operations tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible).
- Provide on-call support for critical network issues on a rotating basis.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in network operations and engineering.
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and other routing protocols.
- Hands-on experience with network hardware from major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper).
- Experience with network security principles and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
- Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix).
- Strong scripting and automation skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
Senior Network Operations Engineer
Posted 4 days ago
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Senior Network Operations Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring network performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Configuring, installing, and maintaining network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Implementing network security measures and responding to security incidents.
- Troubleshooting complex network problems and performing root cause analysis.
- Planning and executing network upgrades and enhancements to improve performance and capacity.
- Developing and maintaining network documentation, including diagrams and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and infrastructure projects.
- Participating in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 network support.
- Evaluating and recommending new network technologies and solutions.
- Ensuring network compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. A minimum of 7 years of experience in network operations and engineering is required. Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable. Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, and network security principles is essential. Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios) and scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Ansible) is a significant advantage. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills are necessary for success in this hybrid role. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with regular interaction both remotely and on-site, is key. Join our client and play a vital role in maintaining the backbone of their telecommunications services.