Network and Security Specialist

The role involves designing, managing, and securing network infrastructures while ensuring high availability, performance, and security. 

The successful candidate will support day-to-day network operations, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to the delivery of secure and scalable networking solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN, wireless, and firewall infrastructures in line with security best practices.
• Configure and manage next-generation firewalls and VPN solutions for secure connectivity.
• Monitor network traffic, performance, and security events, identifying risks and recommending improvements.
• Perform proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to resolve network and security incidents.
• Apply firmware updates, patches, and configuration changes to network and security devices.
• Provide technical support remotely and on-site, ensuring timely resolution in line with service level agreements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and change records.

Valid driving licence (Category B).

Requirements

• Practical experience administering Cisco routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
• Experience deploying and managing next-generation firewalls and VPN technologies.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, WLANs, and network security principles.
• Located in Malta and local experience
• Valid driving licence (Category B).

Education and Experience

• 2 years of hands-on experience in network and security operations.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, WLANs, and network security principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Networking, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Health insurance