CONE5111/5112 – Computer Networks 1A and 1B
Competencies required:
– Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
– Excellent Presentation Skills
– Assertiveness and dynamism
– Understanding of customer service in education
– Demonstrate an ability to manage work and self proactively

Technical Competencies Required:
– Deep understanding of network models (OSI & TCP/IP), topologies, and communication protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, DNS).
– Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, access points).
– Familiarity with command-line network troubleshooting tools like ping, tracert, ipconfig, nslookup, and netstat.
– Strong knowledge of network security principles, including firewalls, authentication, encryption, and risk assessment.
– Experience with network simulation tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer, Hyper-V, and Nmap.
– Knowledge of network virtualization, cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and software-defined networking (SDN).

Minimum Education Requirements:
– Honours degree in an ICT related field including a networking focus.
– Alternatively a NQF8 qualification with strong exposure to networking technologies.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:
– Lecturing experience in network design/network infrastructure/network architecture will be advantageous.
– Work experience as a Systems Engineer/Network Manager or Infrastructure Manager will be advantageous.

Working Conditions:
– Please note that this is a Part-time role with lectures taking place between 08:00 and 17:00.
– Preference will be given to South African Citizens and Permanent Residents of South Africa in possession of proof of permanent resident status.

Please call us on (***)***-**** for more information. 

NB: Should you not hear from us in 6weeks please consider your application unsuccessful