Senior Engineer.Packet Switch Core At Etisalat, Abuja-Nigeria

Etisalat Nigeria, one of the leading telecommunication company operating in the country is currently recruiting for the position of:

Job Title Senior Engineer.Packet Switch Core
Location Abuja,NG
Function
Job Summary
Perform PS end to end troubleshooting, conduct Packet core health checks, and carry out end to end KPI analysis and Performance optimization
Ensure the implementation, maintenance and operations of Packet switch nodes and effectively monitor all data related links
Principal Functions
Supervise the integration of new SGSN/GGSN nodes and ensure effective acceptance of the nodes
Ensure prompt resolution of internal Roaming Data Challenges as stipulated with the timeline
Monitoring of all data service link (Gi, Gp and blackberry)
C0-ordinate the integration of new BSC and RNC to the packet nodes
Ensure the implementation of new roaming partners and troubleshooting as requires
Follow up major data network activities on daily basics and ensure fault free operation
Perform impact analysis of software upgrade for SGSN/GGSN nodes and provide necessary recommendation as required
Co-ordinate the routine maintenance of Packet switches in line with standard policies and procedures
Supervision of all CRs implemented by EOT team on Packet nodes
Ensure effective analyses of the Packet performance reports and proactively resolve any challenges
Ensure daily monitoring of alarms generated from the Packet nodes and prompt resolution
Supervise the configuration of Huawei routers and switches as deployed in the network
Ensure effective implementation of firewalls in the Packet domain and security policies are adhere as required
Ensure that the PS Core nodes availability targets are achieved
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Carrier and Data Services
Educational Requirements
First degree in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering.
Experience,Skills & Competencies
Three (3) to five (5) years relevant work experience
IP Knowledge with minimum certification as CCNP (will be an added advantage)
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Especially Excel)
GPRS (SGSN/GGSN) operational experience with focus on troubleshooting
Fault analysis & Performance reporting/analysis
Personal Effectiveness
Problem Solving
Teaming
Passion for Excellence
Integrity
Empowering people
Growing people
Team work
Customer Focus
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