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Reporting to the IT Network Manager, this role focuses on network availability, security, performance, operational support, and the integration of scalable network technologies.\nKey Responsibilities \nDevelop and maintain accurate network documentation, architecture diagrams, configuration records, and operational procedures.\nImplement, configure, manage, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, firewall, VPN, and load-balancing infrastructure.\nMonitor network availability, capacity, security, and performance; proactively identify and resolve service issues.\nTroubleshoot complex network incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime and disruption.\nConfigure and support Cisco IOS-based network devices, Cisco Meraki solutions, Palo Alto firewalls, and F5 BIG-IP load balancers.\nManage routing and network services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and OSPF.\nMaintain network device patch levels, firmware versions, and security 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