Job Description

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

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