The resource MUST have the following skills and experience: * Strong hands-on experience with Cisco technologies, including switching and routing * Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki solutions * Proven experience working with F5 load balancers * Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking and protocols * Experience with routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP * RFP Request Terms of Reference for Consultancy Services * Strong experience with firewall technologies (Cisco Firepower and F5 AFM) * Good understanding of networking in cloud environments (AWS or similar) * Experience or knowledge of networking concepts in AWS (VPC, routing, security * groups, connectivity) * Good understanding of network security concepts and best practices * Experience working in ITIL-based environments * Proven troubleshooting and operational support experience in complex environments * Strong knowledge of cybersecurity risk management processes and the ability to * assess threat relevance, impact, and risk. * Knowledge of enterprise LAN, data centre, and WAN technologies, including SD-WAN, * DIA,
MPLS, DNS, authentication services, and network monitoring. * Strong analytical and systematic problem-solving skills, including critical thinking * when assessing vulnerabilities, threats, impact, and risk. The resource SHOULD have the following skills and experience: * Experience with VPN technologies (IPsec) * Experience with network monitoring and performance analysis tools * Familiarity with multi-vendor environments Required Soft Skills: * Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team * Ability to write documentation & reports * Creativity/ ability to find innovative solutions * Willingness to learn on the job * Conflict management & cooperation * Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset * Ability to work closely with customers, demonstrating a professional and service-oriented * Excellent communication skills, both ve