Senior IT Infrastructure and Network Engineer

Job description

About Talent House Ltd: 

We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain. 

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer to manage and maintain critical IT infrastructure, network systems, and security environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the stability, availability, and security of the organization’s IT systems while supporting infrastructure deployment projects and maintaining operational efficiency.

This role requires a highly skilled professional with hands-on experience in networking, virtualization, server administration, and security systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining infrastructure uptime, managing vendor relationships, and supporting the deployment and maintenance of LAN, server, and surveillance systems.

The role requires strong troubleshooting abilities, operational discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors to ensure smooth IT operations and reliable service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform vendor management activities, including coordinating with ISPs, telecom providers, and other third-party service providers.
Carry out LAN, surveillance, and server deployment projects across the organization.
Install, configure, and maintain networking equipment including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Manage and maintain both physical and virtual IT infrastructure environments.
Administer virtualization platforms including VMware environments as well as SAN and NAS storage systems.
Implement and manage backup methodologies and technologies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery readiness.
Install and maintain CCTV systems, including NVR configuration and remote viewing setup.
Install, configure, and administer Windows Server environments including Active Directory (AD DS).
Manage and maintain the hardware and software inventory of the client’s infrastructure including servers, network appliances, and software licenses or subscription contracts.
Receive, analyze, and respond to reported technical issues from clients while documenting and escalating issues where necessary.
Ensure infrastructure uptime of at least 99% through proactive monitoring and maintenance.
Monitor network performance and security while addressing vulnerabilities and threats.
Perform routine infrastructure maintenance including firmware upgrades, operating system patching, antivirus updates, and security policy implementation.
Conduct root cause analysis for recurring system issues and maintain clear technical documentation.
Collaborate with internal teams and support staff to ensure efficient and reliable IT service delivery.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking including WAN, LAN, and VLAN environments.
Experience installing and configuring routers, switches, and firewalls.
Solid understanding of both physical and virtual infrastructure environments.
Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization platforms and SAN/NAS storage environments.
Experience implementing backup methodologies and technologies.
Extensive troubleshooting experience with strong attention to detail.
Strong operational discipline and problem-solving skills.
Experience conducting root cause analysis and maintaining proper technical documentation.
Experience installing and managing CCTV systems including NVR setup and remote viewing configuration.
Experience installing and administering Windows Server and Active Directory environments.
Ability to work effectively as a strong team player in a collaborative environment.
Proactive attitude with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities simultaneously.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in IT infrastructure, networking, or systems administration with traceable references.
Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least a Credit in Mathematics and English.
Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related IT field.
Valid professional certifications (any two required): HPE, Cisco, Veeam, VMware, Fortinet, Sophos, Microsoft, or Azure (free certifications will not be accepted).
Valid Driver’s License.

Compensation:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To Apply:

Please send your CV to careers@talenthousepeople.com before the 20th of March 2026.