Network Infrastructure Lead (Africa Region) Area: Gauteng – in office Salary: R60k – R80k per month dep. On exp. Our client is looking for an experienced professional to lead and manage network infrastructure across their Africa operations. Key Responsibilities Plan, lead, and evaluate network infrastructure projects and operations (firewalls, routers, switches, Wi‑Fi, IP telephony, cabling, cameras). Handle high‑priority incidents and troubleshoot complex network issues with service providers. Provide design, implementation, and security guidance across infrastructure, including virtual environments, backup systems, Active Directory, and cloud platforms (M365/AWS). Identify risks, implement controls, and report on gaps with remediation plans. Drive technology improvements and support strategic and tactical planning. Manage vendors, contractors, and project delivery. Oversee budgets and resource allocation. Skills & Expertise Strong knowledge of network governance, security frameworks, and risk management. Experience with enterprise networking technologies and multi‑layered security strategies. Ability to design resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions. Hands‑on experience with vendors such as Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, or Huawei. Solid project management and incident response capabilities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in IT, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field. Certifications: A+, N+, CCNE (or similar), ITIL 4 (Azure/Security certifications advantageous). Experience 7+ years in IT, including 5+ years in enterprise network infrastructure. Mining industry experience beneficial but not essential. What You’ll Do Play a key leadership role in strengthening and advancing network infrastructure capabilities across regional operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr