Job Description
We’re seeking a Senior Network Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for solving real business challenges. In this role, you’ll lead the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise network solutions that connect people, systems, and locations seamlessly across South Africa.
You’ll be the trusted technical advisor for our enterprise clientsguiding them through complex network transformations involving campus networks, SD-WAN, wireless infrastructure, data centres, and security. Your work will span the full lifecycle: from understanding business requirements and designing integrated solutions, to hands-on implementation, ongoing optimization, and building long-term advisory relationships.
This isn’t a role where you disappear after deployment. You’ll stay presentanticipating challenges, troubleshooting complex issues, mentoring junior engineers, and continuously finding ways to enhance performance and security. You’ll work across the iOCO family, bringing together diverse expertise to deliver solutions that just work.
If you’re someone who can translate technical complexity into business value, who takes ownership of the entire client experience, and who thrives on both the technical depth and the human connections this work requiresthis role is for you.
What you’ll do:
- Network Implementation & Deployment
- Lead technical implementations of complex Huawei enterprise networking solutions (LAN, SD-WAN, WLAN, Data Centre, Automation, Orchestration and Security)
- Manage network project timelines, technical milestones, and customer expectations during deployment
- Conduct network integration testing, performance validation, and security assessments
- Ensure compliance with network technical specifications and customer requirements
- Network Operations & Support
- Provide Level 2/3 technical support for deployed Huawei networking and security solutions
- Troubleshoot complex network issues, including routing, switching, wireless, and security problems
- Coordinate with Huawei global support when required for advanced troubleshooting
- Implement software updates, patches, and feature enhancements
- Network Security & Performance Management
- Implement and maintain network security policies and access controls
- Monitor network performance metrics and optimise for bandwidth, latency, and availability
- Conduct network capacity planning and expansion recommendations
- Manage network segmentation, VLANs, and traffic engineering
- Implement Quality of Service (QoS) policies and traffic prioritisation
- Customer Network Relationship Management
- Serve as primary network technical contact for enterprise customers post-implementation
- Conduct regular network health assessments and optimisation reviews
- Provide network technical training and knowledge transfer to customer IT teams
- Build long-term technical advisory relationships with customer network teams
- Network Solution Optimisation & Innovation
- Continuously monitor and optimise deployed network solutions for performance and efficiency
- Identify opportunities for network technology upgrades and enhancements
- Collaborate with customers on network expansion and evolution strategies
- Participate in beta testing and early adoption of new Huawei networking technologies
- Network Knowledge Management & Team Development
- Maintain expertise across Huawei’s enterprise networking and security technology portfolio
- Contribute to iOCO’s network technical knowledge base and best practices Mentor junior network engineers and provide technical guidance
- Support pre-sales activities with network implementation feasibility assessments
Your Expertise:
- Professional Experience
- Minimum 6-8 years in Huawei enterprise network and security implementation and supportProven experience with large-scale Huawei enterprise network and security deployments (1000+ users, multiple sites)
- Hands-on experience with Huawei enterprise networking technologies (switching, routing, wireless, SD-WAN, security)
Qualifications:
- Advanced Network Certifications
- Huawei HCIP (Huawei Certified ICT Professional)
- Huawei HCIE (Huawei Certified Internetwork Expert)
- Industry certifications (CCNP Enterprise, JNCIP-ENT, Aruba ACMX)
- Network security certifications (CCNP Security, JNCIS-SEC)
- Network Technical Specialisations
- Data centre networking and fabric technologies (VXLAN, EVPN, leaf-spine)
- Campus network design and implementation
- Branch networking and SD-WAN solutions
- Network automation and orchestration (Python, Ansible, REST APIs)
- Network security and zero-trust architectures
Network Technical Skills
- Deep expertise in enterprise networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN)
- Advanced knowledge of switching technologies (VLANs, STP variants, link aggregation)
- Experience with wireless networking (Wi-Fi 6/7, controller-based architectures)
- Proficiency in network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, access control)
- Understanding of SD-WAN and network automation principles
- Network Management & Troubleshooting Skills
- Experience with Huawei and other network monitoring and management tools
- Advanced Huawei network troubleshooting and packet analysis capabilities
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In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
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Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
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