Website Tracker Connect (Pty) Ltd
Tracker South Africa was established in 1996 and currently connects over 1 million vehicles, making it the region’s dominant brand. To most people, Tracker is seen as a Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) company, and while SVR is still at the core of our business, we have evolved significantly over the… read more last 20 years. Through a culture of continuous innovation, driven by an experienced and dynamic team, Tracker has built a reputation far beyond its SVR roots which positions us as the leading provider of telematics solutions to an automotive ecosystem which includes Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s), Dealers, Insurers, Fleet Operators and Consumers. Providing value added information to our clients has grown exponentially as we have evolved our data systems and interpretation. Today, Tracker is data – how we collect it, process it and turn it into knowledge that allows us to provide proactive value to our partners and customers. The amount of data we gather is staggering, with over 35 million telematics messages generated daily. However, raw data is worthless and Tracker’s ability to interrogate and extrapolate meaning is what sets us apart, making us one of the most obvious and sought after partners for businesses grappling with the challenges of a connecting world. At Tracker we have a positive, friendly work environment. We live service excellence and we all support one another. We all take pride in and care for our customers and work environment as well as our communities. Our core values are: • We each take responsibility • We live service excellence • We all pull together • We each show respect • We are committed to transformation • We all make a plan Darrenwood, Gauteng
Introduction
Tracker is seeking an individual to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure that supports the organization’s current and future business objectives. This includes providing technical leadership, fostering operational excellence, aligning network strategy with business goals, and ensuring team development, system reliability, and compliance with security and governance standards.
Job description
Roles and Respinsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain secure and resilient network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi
Ensure high availability and performance of all critical network services.
Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to network engineers.
Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.
Plan and allocate tasks effectively to meet project and operational objectives.
Oversee resolution of network incidents, outages, and performance issues.
Ensure adherence to SLAs and effective communication during incidents.
Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewall rules, segmentation, and access control.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, ensure patching, and support audits.
Monitor the security of the organization’s network from threats originating from inside and outside the organization.
Track and report on network performance metrics, uptime, and incident trends.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost optimization.
Provide regular updates to IT leadership on network health, risks, and project progress.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget. Maintain accurate documentation of network topology, configuration, and assets.
Evaluate and approve network design changes and upgrades.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS).
Track and report on network performance metrics, uptime, and incident trends.
Minimum requirements
Education:
Relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications, plus appropriate Diploma
Training:
Strong knowledge of Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, or similar enterprise networking platforms.
Experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, VLANs, and QoS.
Proficiency in firewall configuration and network security best practices.
Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Understanding of SD-WAN, VPN technologies, and wireless networks.
Minimum Experience:
5–8 years of hands-on networking experience, including 1–2 years in a team lead or senior role.
Required: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) or equivalent
Preferred: CCNP, Fortinet NSE certifications, AWS/Azure Networking certifications, ITIL Foundation
Other Requirements
Willing to work extended hours
Willing to travel
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