IP Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer at Equinix Nigeria

Job Summary

• The IP NOC engineer will be responsible for proactive monitoring of Transmission and IP devices across our network through the support of Network monitoring systems, perform first-line troubleshooting/fault isolation, resolve where necessary and escalate to other levels for support in line with our internal processes.

Rresponsibilities

• Monitor Equinix network providing a specific update, status, and performance of all network components, capacity services etc.
• Identify and provide at least first-line support on all faults on the network in accordance with the Company’s standard operating procedure for fault escalation and management
• Maintain and ensure full compliance with all our NOC processes and procedures
• Ensure proper technical documentation of all network events throughout normal/shift cycles or operations
• Answer all network support related telephone calls and interface with internal/external customers on operational issues and related network events, using Equinix standard operating procedures
• Run daily and weekly management reports on network events and activities as well as tracking escalations and other key performance indicators and ensure all customer SLAs are met

Qualifications

• B.Sc / HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related discipline
• Proven years’ experience in the configuration, operations and maintenance of optical fiber SDH and wireless network equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Knowledge of Synchronous Digital Hierarchy technology
• Strong Knowledge of DWDM/OTN technology  
• Strong knowledge of PtP/PtMP Microwave technologies
• Knowledge of basic TCP/IP configurations and troubleshooting
• Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing
• Ability to use OTDR, E-Analyzer, SDH Analyzer, power meter and other signal testing tools/instruments
• Working Knowledge of Huawei OSN series equipment
• Working knowledge of Ubiquiti or Ceragon radio
• Working knowledge of IP devices will be a plus

Demands of the Job:

• Will be ready to work on 24 X 7 base depending on the shift roaster to man the network surveillance tools