Network Specialist

**About Us** ------------ Step into the wild world of OneDayOnly – South Africa's OG daily deals hub. We're the pioneers of cool discounts, hitting you for just one day because, well, why overcomplicate things? We've got the big names, top suppliers, and a dash of our secret sauce to make you feel like a BIG DEAL. Not to brag, but we have over a million potential savvy shoppers getting our daily dose every 24 hours. We're not fussy – if the price is right and the quality checks out, we're selling it. That's what makes us the go\-to for both the smart buyer and the eager seller. Toss in the urgency of our deals, and boom, success happens quicker than you can blink. So, jump in, where FOMO meets killer deals, and let's turn every day into a retail party! **About You** ------------- You’re a network and infrastructure specialist who lives and breathes connectivity. With broad expertise across enterprise networking platforms \- including Ubiquiti UniFi, Cisco, HP Aruba, Sophos, and Fortinet \- you don’t just maintain networks \- you architect them for peak performance and reliability. You understand that in a fast\-paced e\-commerce environment, network downtime isn’t an option, and you proactively monitor, optimize, and secure our infrastructure to keep business flowing seamlessly. **Responsibilities** -------------------- **Network Design and Deployment** * Analyze business and technical requirements to design and establish optimal network infrastructure * Install, configure, and deploy network hardware including access points, managed switches, security gateways, and firewalls across platforms such as Ubiquiti UniFi, HP Aruba, Sophos, and Fortinet * Plan and execute network expansion projects to support organizational growth * Design and implement both wired and wireless network solutions that ensure seamless connectivity across all office locations **Performance Monitoring and Management** * Continuously monitor network performance using platform management tools (UniFi Controller, HP Aruba Central, and equivalent) as well as broader infrastructure monitoring solutions * Optimize network configurations for maximum speed, reliability, and efficiency * Manage bandwidth allocation and server capacity to meet user demand * Conduct regular performance assessments and implement improvements proactively * Generate and analyze network performance reports to identify trends and potential issues **Troubleshooting and Maintenance** * Perform comprehensive diagnostics to identify and resolve network connectivity issues * Ensure high availability and minimal service interruption through proactive maintenance * Respond promptly to network incidents and implement effective solutions * Coordinate firmware updates and patches for all network equipment * Maintain network uptime and reliability standards aligned with business objectives **Security Implementation** * Implement, monitor, and evaluate network security protocols and measures * Configure and manage...