Network & Security Design:  

• Develop detailed network designs and architectures, including LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability. 
• Design and implement comprehensive security strategies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and encryption technologies. 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and local regulations.

Collaboration: 

• Engage with clients to gather and analyse business requirements, assess existing network and security setups, and provide actionable recommendations. 
• Responsible for interfacing with the Sales & operations team in developing the solution design and the project deliverables. 
• Coordinate with the project’s stakeholders, such as clients, architects, consultants from other disciplines, and contractors. 

Business Excellence  

• Prepare product and solution matrix to enhance our portfolio by introducing new products and solutions. 
• Maintain relationships with AFT business partners, suppliers and vendors. 
• Compare possible solutions with competitors’ solutions in terms of price, quality and performance and prepare supporting arguments for presentation and negotiation with the customer.  

Continuous Improvement: 

• Stay updated on industry trends, technology advancements, and relevant standards and codes to improve design practices. 
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge. 

Documentation and Reporting 

• Prepare technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and Solution drawings. 
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and clients.

Skills

Required skills to be successful: 

Behavioural Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Communication & Presentation Skills 
• Excellent customer service 
• Professional knowledge 
• Teamwork 
• Time management skills 
• Analytical skills / Attention to detail 
• Problem-solving skills 
• Negotiation Skills 
• Integrity/Ethics 
• Ability to handle pressure 

What Equips you for the role: 

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:   

• Graduate Engineer in Electronics / Electrical or equivalent 
• CCDP, CCNP, or Equivalent certification is a MUST. CCIE / CISSP will be highly preferred. 
• Certified in Designing Solutions: WCNP, ACDX, or AQPS is an added advantage. 

Minimum Experience:  

• Must have 5+ years of experience designing and project management for Network systems. 

Job-Specific Skills: 

• Software-Defined Networks - Wired & Wireless and Cloud-based Network Solutions 
• Product Knowledge of Cisco, Aruba, Dell, Alcatel, and Ruckus. 
• Security Solutions: Multi-Layered Security Solution, Next Generation Firewalls, SDWAN. 
• Good knowledge of Voice & IP Telephony, Wireless, Security, SD-WAN, Virtualization & NMS 
• Must have complete network lifecycle experience, including requirements gathering, solution mapping, testing, documentation, configuration, and maintenance 
• Implementation of tiered network architecture / Campus networks