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Wireless / VPN Engineer required for new project role out in West Africa.
Qualifications:
*10+ years experience in data communications industry.
*Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience with designing, implementing and supporting large wireless infrastructures
* Solid working experience with 802.11a/b/g/i standards and knowledge of 802.11n
* Demonstrate working knowledge and/or proficiencies with networking and various network protocols. Working knowledge of Wireless VPN architecture, expert level knowledge of OSPF and BGP protocols, strong comprehension of LAN switching technologies, and able to incorporate secure practices and concepts into network design
* Hands on engineering of networking solutions. The candidate should have the ability to operate network troubleshooting tools such as protocol and spectrum analyzers
* Able to interface with users and technical staff; team-player, strong organizational and conceptual skills, and ability to work independently
* Ability to recognize customer requirements, assist customer in achieving their goals, and consistently achieve high customer satisfaction. Demonstration of the ability to manage customer expectations is necessary
* Strong comprehension of the OSI model
* Strong senior technology leadership and management skills, including strong facilitation and team building
* Demonstrated ability of strategic thinking
* Ability to work independently in dynamic environment along with the ability to lead others
* Excellent organizational, project management, interpersonal, time management, written and oral communication skills, including strong presentation skills
* Proficient expert level TCP/IP knowledge a must. Knowledge of associated ports to the most common applications necessary
* The ability to provide detailed documentation is a must. Use of Visio, MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint necessary
This is a Contract Position, initially 3 Months, possibly lasting up to 3 Years.
Experience of working within Africa would be beneficial.
Flights, accommodation and travel will be arranged. Expenses are paid on a daily basis.
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