Network Engineer L1
First Technology Pty Ltd
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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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