IT Network and Security Engineer at Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc (MUTUAL)

Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Job Description

• Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software,  hardware, peripherals and configurations.
• Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks.
• Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP.
• Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
• Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving network and security related problems.
• Maintaining, configuring, and monitoring virus protection software and email applications.
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hotfixes and security configurations to the latest firmware releases.
• Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organizations data, systems and networks.
• Troubleshooting security and network problems.
• Responding to all system and/or network security breaches.
• Ensuring that the organization’s data and infrastructure are protected by enabling the appropriate security controls.
• Participating in the change management process.
• Testing and identifying network and system vulnerabilities.
• Identifying current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities and threats and keeping up to date with developments in IT security standards and threats.
• Conducting proactive research to analyse security weaknesses and recommend appropriate strategies
• Monitoring network usage to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Performing penetration tests to find any flaws.

Education and Training

• A degree in Computer, Engineering related qualification.
• Professional Qualification: Certifications such as CCNA (Routing & Switching), CCNA Security
• Cloud Security certification is an advantage
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in a corporate environment.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, hardware and Security including cloud security.
• Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches, controllers and other security devices.
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources.
• Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and outside the organization:
  • A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Dependable and flexible when necessary.
  • Network security experience.
  • LAN and WAN experience.
  • Cloud Security experience.

Additional Information:

• Candidates must reside in Lagos, Nigeria.