About the position
Our client is seeking an experienced professional from the mining industry to lead and manage network infrastructure across their Africa operations
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, lead, and evaluate network infrastructure projects and operations (firewalls, routers, switches, Wi-Fi, IP telephony, cabling, cameras)
- Handle high-priority incidents and troubleshoot complex network issues with service providers
- Provide design, implementation, and security guidance across infrastructure, including virtual environments, backup systems, Active Directory, and cloud platforms (M365/AWS)
- Identify risks, implement controls, and report on gaps with remediation plans
- Drive technology improvements and support strategic and tactical planning
- Manage vendors, contractors, and project delivery
- Oversee budgets and resource allocation
Skills & Expertise:
- Strong knowledge of network governance, security frameworks, and risk management
- Experience with enterprise networking technologies and multi-layered security strategies
- Ability to design resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions
- Hands-on experience with vendors such as Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, or Huawei
- Solid project management and incident response capabilities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
- Certifications: A+, N+, CCNE (or similar), ITIL 4 (Azure/Security certifications advantageous)
Experience:
- 7+ years in IT, including 5+ years in enterprise network infrastructure
- Mining industry experience beneficial but not essential
What You'll Do:
Play a key leadership role in strengthening and advancing network infrastructure capabilities across regional operations
Desired Skills: