LOCAL AND WIDE AREA NETWORK ENGINEER

Overview of positionCTG is looking for a qualified LAN and WAN network Engineer. This role is being advertised for talent pool building purposes, once the project goes live, only those candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted.The Network Engineer should have extensive hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise and mission-critical network infrastructures across our client. Responsible for the planning optimization, testing, commissioning, decommissioning and management of our client's network infrastructure across the mission. Ensure resilient WAN and LAN connectivity, reliable internet services, and secure wireless access to support mission-critical applications and mandate delivery. Demonstrate strong practical expertise in LAN/WAN routing, network security, load balancing, unified communications, and multi-ISP architectures, with a proven ability to maintain high availability and service continuity in challenging environments.Role objectivesThe Network Engineer should have extensive hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise and mission-critical network infrastructures across Our client. Responsible for the planning optimization, testing, commissioning, decommissioning and management of our client’s network infrastructure across the mission. Ensure resilient WAN and LAN connectivity, reliable internet services, and secure wireless access to support mission-critical applications and mandate delivery. Demonstrate strong practical expertise in LAN/WAN routing, network security, load balancing, unified communications, and multi-ISP architectures, with a proven ability to maintain high availability and service continuity in challenging environments.Project reporting* This role reports to the line manager.Key competenciesLAN/WAN & Enterprise Routing* Extensive experience with LAN/WAN routing protocols and enterprise network solutions * Ability to design, optimize, and support resilient networks, data centers, and remote field offices * Strong troubleshooting capability across complex routed environments * Extensive experience with MS Teams Voice and PSTN call routingLoad Balancing & Multi-ISP Connectivity* Proven hands-on experience designing and operating multi-ISP load balancing solutions * Advanced experience with Peplink load balancers, including: * Bandwidth aggregation * Intelligent traffic steering * Seamless failover * High availability for mission-critical services * Demonstrated ability to ensure service continuity in unstable or bandwidth-constrained environmentsNetwork Security* Deep technical expertise in Check Point firewall architecture and administration, including: * Security policy design and management * Threat prevention and inspection * VPN configuration (site-to-site and remote access) * Enterprise perimeter and internal segmentation security * Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), implementing: * Network access control (NAC) * User and device authentication and authorization * Policy enforcement across large, complex infrastructuresWireless Networks* Practical experience with Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC) and Cisco Access Points * Design, deployment, and support of enterprise wireless networks, including: * Coverage planning * Secure wireless access * Integration with authentication services (ISE)Unified Communications & Collaboration* Hands-on experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) for enterprise voice environments * Practical experience supporting Microsoft Teams and Teams Voice * Experience with PSTN provider integration and call routing, including: * SIP trunk connectivity * Call routing and failover * Integration between CUCM, Teams Voice, and external PSTN providersProcurement & Vendor Management* Proven experience in network procurement processes, including: * Raising purchase requests * Developing technical specifications and Q1 documentation * Performing detailed technical evaluations of vendor proposals * Ability to assess vendor solutions for technical compliance, performance, security, and operational suitabilityDesirable Attributes* Experience supporting peacekeeping or mission-critical operations* Ability to work effectively in remote, high-pressure, or resource-constrained environments* Strong documentation, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills* Proven problem-solving mindset and operational reliabilityProfessional Experience* Minimum 10 years of hands-on and experience in network engineering * 5 years + proven experience working in UN peacekeeping mission environments * Strong hands-on experience in LAN and WAN network design, implementation, and troubleshooting * Demonstrated expertise managing enterprise routing and switching across geographically distributed sitesMandatory Certifications* Candidates must hold the following valid certifications: * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) * Check Point Certified Firewall Administrator * ITIL Certification * Certified Data Center AdministratorTeam management* This role has no team management responsibility.Further information* Experience supporting peacekeeping or mission-critical operations * Ability to work effectively in remote, high-pressure, or resource-constrained environments * Strong documentation, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills * Proven problem-solving mindset and operational reliabilityHOW TO APPLYhttps://app.tayohr.io/jobs/detail/vac-47930-local-and-wide-area-network-engineer-46649