Network Engineer L1
First Technology Pty Ltd
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Posted 14 November 2025
- Closing Date 05 December 2025
Job Details
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
Expectations:
- Excellent written and verbal etiquette.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Work well under pressure in an ever-changing environment.
- Ability to follow predefined procedures/LLD/project plan
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks within Project plan or customer SLA
- Ability to read/write knowledge base resources to resolve problems
- Positive attitude towards business and colleagues.
- Consistent, prompt delivery of tasks allocated.
- Punctuality when keeping appointments, effective time scheduling and management
- Ability to share knowledge and upskill others
- Well-presented/groomed to ensure professionalism at all times.
- Be prepared to perform overtime work both planned and unplanned, when required.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- The ability to quickly identify and remediate networking problems within the LAN, WLAN and WAN.
- The ability to design/implement/configure/troubleshoot Firewalls, Routers, Switches and AP’s
- An understanding of Network Security including industry best practices.
Vendor Proficiency
- FortiNet/Palo Alto – Security, Wireless, Reporting & Manager
- Cisco – Routing, Switching, Wireless, Security
- Ubiquity – Wireless
- HP/Aruba – Switches, Wireless
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Matric and N+ is essential
- CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology Diploma (Beneficial)
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Should have proven excellence as a Network Engineer or in another relevant position in the MSP environment.
o Excellent communication, both verbal and written
o Ability to manage Customer requests/escalations in quick succession
o Ability to form customer relationships
- Good understanding of WAN and LAN Infrastructure's
- 1-3 years’ experience