Network Engineer - Tier 1
ITC WORLDWIDE
- Abuja, FCT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in network support or related role.
- Strong knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, etc.).
- Experience with network troubleshooting tools and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
- A solid understanding of OTN/DWDM/SONET/SDH/Ethernet principles is required.
- Ethernet & TCP/IP & OSI experience is a distinct advantage.
- CCNA/CCNP or equivalent a distinct advantage.
- Optical network installation and troubleshooting skills will be an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of network monitoring and other administrative tools
- Knowledge of networking technologies and protocols.
- Strong PC skills.
- Assisting in customer test & turn-up.(OTN/DWDM/ADM/Ethernet)
- Customer circuit trouble shooting with the aid of industry standard test equipment
- Liaising with Network Operations in other countries & Vendors
- Report writing and creating / maintaining inventories
- Assisting in the management of a full Planned Preventative Maintenance program
- Network installations (remote deployment and local)