Vacancy title:
Network Specialist
Jobs at:
Zambia Postal Services CorporationDeadline of this Job:
Friday, March 21 2025
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, March 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Purpose of Role
The Zambia Postal Services Corporation Network Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and maintaining the Corporation’s network infrastructure.
This role ensures the smooth operation of network systems, enhances security, and optimizes performance to support business operations.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
1. Network Design & Implementation
• Design, configure, and deploy network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VLANs, and VPNs.
• Install and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment.
• Ensure network scalability and reliability to meet business needs.
2. Network Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related problems.
• Conduct regular system audits and performance tuning.
3. Security & Compliance
• Implement and maintain network security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Respond to security incidents and mitigate threats to network infrastructure.
4. Network Optimization & Upgrades
• Evaluate and upgrade network infrastructure to improve efficiency and speed.
• Implement Quality of Service (QoS) policies for traffic prioritization.
• Research and recommend new networking technologies.
5. Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain network diagrams, configurations, and documentation.
• Provide reports on network performance, incidents, and improvements.
• Assist in developing network policies and standard operating procedures.
Personal Attributes and Skills
• Detail oriented with technical aptitude and ability to perform function effectively.
• Capacity to work under pressure prioritizes multi tasks and meet deadlines.
• High personal standards of professionalism, trustworthiness and high level of integrity.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Understanding of cloud networking.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Qualifications/Requirements
1. Full Grade Twelve (12) certificate with at least a credit in English and Mathematics.
2. Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information Technology.
3. A qualification in Networking will be an added advantage.
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months:
Level of Education: Associate Degree
Job application procedure
• Interested candidates should submit hard copies of their application letters, copies of academic & professional qualifications and detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating a minimum of three (3) traceable referees via EMS to the address below:
• The Senior Manager Human Resources
• Zambia Postal Services Corporation Headquarters
• P.O Box 71845
• 17/18 Arusha Street
• NDOLA
• Closing Date: Friday, 21st March, 2025.
• Zampost is an equal opportunity employer.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. http://www.zampost.com.zm/
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