IP Operations Engineer

Sigma Consulting Group

Engineering & Technology

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Industry: Technology / Telecommunications / IT Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Monthly Net Salary: ₦300,000 – ₦350,000
Experience Required: 4–5 Years
Reporting Line: Head of Department

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented IP Operations Engineer to join our technology team in Lekki. This role is ideal for a network professional with strong hands-on experience in IP networking, core infrastructure, and enterprise network support. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of IP and network systems to support mission-critical services for corporate clients.

Key Responsibilities:
Technical Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support for IP and core network infrastructure.
  
  

• Design, configure, and implement IP-based network solutions for corporate clients.
  
  

• Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues, ensuring minimal service disruption.
  
  

• Maintain and upgrade core networking equipment, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
  
  

• Manage and support network monitoring tools to ensure uptime and optimal performance.
  
  

• Perform network diagnostics and troubleshooting across multiple technologies.
  
  

• Support Unix-based servers (RedHat, CentOS, Debian) and integrate them into network operations.
  
  

• Ensure compliance with company SLAs, responding promptly to urgent client issues.
  
  

• Document technical procedures, network diagrams, and system configurations.
  
  

Operational & Administrative Duties:

• Report directly to the Head of Department.
  
  

• Maintain accountability for all assigned equipment and resources.
  
  

• Demonstrate leadership and professionalism, serving as a role model for junior team members.
  
  

• Adhere to all departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
  
  

• Stay updated on company communications and notifications.
  
  

• Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliverables from start to completion.
  
  

  
  

Requirements
Required Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, and core routing/switching protocols.
  
  

• Proficiency with Mikrotik and Cisco device configurations.
  
  

• Experience with Layer 3 protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP) and Layer 2 technologies (VLANs, STP, Trunks).
  
  

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve networking issues.
  
  

• Knowledge of MPLS (L2VPNs, L3VPNs, VPLS) and LAC/LNS implementations.
  
  

• Experience configuring Cisco ASA and Juniper firewalls is an added advantage.
  
  

• Ability to work across multi-vendor network environments.
  
  

• Familiarity with network performance tools and remote troubleshooting methods.
  
  

  
  

General Skills:

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
  
  

• Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

• High level of initiative and ownership.
  
  

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
  
  

• Time management and multitasking ability under pressure.
  
  

  
  

Education & Certification Requirements:

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
  
  

• CCNA certification is mandatory.
  
  

• Additional certifications (CCNP, Mikrotik, Juniper) are a strong advantage.
  
  

  
  

Benefits

• Competitive monthly net salary
  
  

• HMO / health insurance
  
  

• Professional development and certification support
  
  

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and real-time enterprise projects
  
  

• Work tools and logistics support as applicable
  
  

• Structured career growth path
  
  

• Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture
  
  

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