The Tech Stack Deep-Dive Must-Haves: Networking & Connectivity: Advanced hands-on management and optimization of LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, routing/switching, and firewall architectures. Enterprise Infrastructure: Proven operational experience in enterprise server environments, operating systems, and data storage systems. Security & Vendor Certifications: Relevant network vendor certification(s) alongside recognized security-related certifications. Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in IT/Computer Sciences/Engineering Sciences with up to 5 years of experience overseeing enterprise networking, systems management, and infrastructure operations. Nice-to-Haves: Cloud & Server Platforms: Hands-on experience with Microsoft enterprise server environments and Microsoft Azure cloud connectivity/hosting. Vendor & Project Governance: Experience reviewing third-party vendor technical designs and drafting technical architecture briefs. Key Responsibilities Architect & Optimize Connectivity: Design, implement, and maintain secure, high-availability LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi and firewall services across hybrid and cloud footprints. Drive Incident Escalations & RCA: Act as the primary technical escalation point for network outages, executing thorough root-cause analysis to ensure systemic resilience. Maintain Enterprise Servers & DR: Execute server patching, systems analysis, capacity monitoring, and disaster recovery testing to safeguard operational readiness. Lead Vendor Oversight: Review technical proposals, configurations, and network changes submitted by external service providers to enforce strict architectural standards