Expired 2 weeks ago
IT Network Engineer
full-time
Lagos
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Job Summary
To design, implement, secure, and maintain Credit Direct Ltd’s network and infrastructure environment, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, scalability, and compliance with regulatory and internal security standards. The role supports business continuity, secure financial operations, and digital transformation initiatives across the organization.
Job Details
Network Infrastructure Management:
- Designs, implements, and maintains the organization’s LAN, WAN, wireless, and VPN infrastructure to ensure secure and reliable connectivity across all locations. Design the network and system architecture.
IT Infrastructure & Systems Support:
- Provides technical support for network-related systems and infrastructure, ensuring servers and connected services operate efficiently and with minimal downtime.
Network Security & Access Control:
- Implements and enforces network security controls, including firewalls, access policies, and monitoring, to protect systems, data, and financial operations from threats.
Enterprise Connectivity & Availability Management:
- Ensures high availability of network services through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and timely resolution of connectivity issues.
Incident Management & Service Continuity:
- Responds to and resolves network incidents within agreed SLAs, supporting business continuity and minimizing operational disruptions.
Cloud Network Management and Security:
- Designs and secures AWS network infrastructure utilizing ALB/NLB for traffic distribution and AWS Network Firewall combined with Security Groups for multi-layered threat protection and traffic inspection.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Relevant professional certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, or equivalent are an added advantage.
- Minimum of 2–5 years hands-on experience in network engineering and IT infrastructure within an enterprise or financial services environment.
Technical Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, VPNs).
- Experience with firewalls, network security, and monitoring tools.
- Understanding of cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments.
- Incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
- Documentation and configuration management
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Relevant professional certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, or equivalent are an added advantage.
- Oversees the deployment and optimization of cloud-native networking services, including Application and Network Load Balancers, network security (SG, NACLs, AWS WAF and AWS Firewall)
Benefits
At Credit Direct Finance Company Limited, we value our employees and strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that recognizes their contributions and supports their well-being. As part of our commitment to a positive work environment, we offer the following benefits:
Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary structure that is commensurate with industry standards and recognizes the skills and experience of our employees.
Quarterly Performance Pay: We recognize and reward exceptional performance. Our quarterly performance pay program allows employees to earn additional compensation based on their individual and team achievements.
Transport Subsidy: We understand the importance of accessible transportation for our employees. To assist with commuting expenses, we provide a transport subsidy to help alleviate the financial burden associated with travel to and from work.
Staff Bus: We offer a convenient and reliable staff bus service for eligible employees, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free commute to the workplace.
Hybrid Work: We believe in providing flexibility and work-life balance. Our hybrid work policy allows eligible employees to work remotely for a certain number of days per week, promoting a healthy work-life integration.
13th Month Salary: As an additional financial benefit, we provide a 13th-month salary to our employees. This extra payment, usually received at the end of the year, serves as a bonus and acknowledges their dedication and commitment throughout the year.
Leave Allowance: We recognize the importance of taking time off for rest and relaxation. In addition to annual leave entitlement, we provide a leave allowance to eligible employees, offering financial support during their vacation time.
Profit Sharing: We believe in sharing our success with our employees. Through our profit-sharing program, eligible employees have the opportunity to receive a share of the company's profits, providing an additional incentive for their dedication and hard work.
These benefits are designed to support our employees' financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth. We continuously review and enhance our benefits package to ensure that it remains competitive and aligned with the needs and preferences of our valued employees.
About Company
Credit Direct Finance Company Limited
Credit Direct is the Fintech arm of the FCMB Group.