Senior Technical Consultant
Job Title- Senior Technology Consultant
Experience Required- 8+ Years
Location- Maputo, Mozambique-South Africa
Education- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary technical resource for network and network security solutions, providing expert guidance to internal teams and customers.
- Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements, recommend suitable solutions, and support the sales process.
- Design and architect secure network solutions that align with industry best practices and security standards.
- Plan and execute successful deployments of network and security products, including firewalls, secure access solutions, endpoint protection, and security management systems.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for network and security issues, both remotely and on-site when required.
- Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and training programs for customers and internal teams to ensure effective use of security solutions.
- Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, industry trends, and advancements in network security technologies.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including solution architectures, configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Assist in proof-of-concept demonstrations and technical presentations to showcase security solutions to potential clients.
- Work closely with technical support teams to escalate and resolve complex issues, ensuring timely problem resolution.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, providing strategic recommendations for optimizing and securing their network infrastructure.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as VMware Certified, Cisco CCIE/CCNP, Check Point CCSA/CCSE/CCMSE, Fortinet NSE 7+, or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in System Administration (Compute, Storage, Backup), firewall administration, network security, and network infrastructure management.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, Layer 2 switching protocols, and comprehensive knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc.).
- Expertise in wireless networks, IPsec VPNs, and secure remote access solutions.
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and their network security models.
- Hands-on experience with Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiClient, and FortiSIEM.
- Proven ability to design, implement, and support complex network security solutions using multi-vendor technologies.
- Strong knowledge of firewall technologies, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex security issues.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and priorities.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and building long-term relationships.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for customer meetings, on-site deployments, and training sessions.
Pay: ₹180,000.00 - ₹239,420.00 per month
Work Location: In person
