Network & Security Engineer
2025-09-23T08:27:56+00:00
C-care
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FULL_TIME
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Science & Engineering
2025-10-07T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
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C-CARE is hiring a Network & Security Engineer responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining C-Care Uganda’s secure, high-performing network infrastructure. This role ensures business continuity by defending against threats, enforcing cybersecurity protocols, and optimizing connectivity across all C-Care Uganda facilities.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
Network Design & Implementation
- Design, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN networks, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points, and routers/switches across sites.
- Implement network segmentation, VLANs, and secure remote access solutions.
Cybersecurity & Threat Management
- Monitor network activity and manage firewall rules, IDS/IPS systems, and security incident responses.
- Enforce Endpoint security, MFA, and secure access controls (LDAP, RADIUS, or AD).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, patch management, and remediate security gaps.
Systems Monitoring & Optimization
- Utilize monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, Forti Analyzer) to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Implement high availability (HA), backup connectivity, and fault tolerance solutions.
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain and audit security policies to comply with data protection laws (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
- Document configurations, network topologies, and change controls.
- Participate in internal and external IT/security audits.
Support & Collaboration
- Provide L2/L3 support for escalated network and security issues.
- Work closely with application, helpdesk, and infrastructure teams on deployments and incident resolution.
- Participate in business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
Key Relationships
Internal Contacts and Purpose of Interaction
- IT Infrastructure Team: Coordinates implementation of secure systems.
- Helpdesk Team: Escalation and incident resolution.
- Clinical & Admin Teams: Ensures uninterrupted service delivery through secure access.
- Audit & Compliance Teams: Supports IT audit, risk, and compliance initiatives.
External Contacts and Purpose of Interaction
- Vendors & ISPs: Supports troubleshooting, renewals, and implementation of network/security solutions.
- OEM Support: Troubleshooting and warranty support for infrastructure assets.
Key Skills and Competencies
Qualifications
- Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Relevant certifications: Fortinet NSE 4+, CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in network and cybersecurity engineering.
- Experience with firewall management, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and enterprise Wi-Fi systems.
- Familiarity with healthcare IT and compliance standards is an advantage.
Knowledge & Technical Competencies
- Expertise in TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF/BGP), DNS, DHCP, VPNs.
- Skilled in using Fortinet, Cisco, or equivalent platforms.
- Working knowledge of SIEM, NAC, MFA, and endpoint security tools.
Behavioral Competencies
- Proactive problem-solver and excellent communicator.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Adaptable, with a strong focus on risk mitigation and operational continuity.
Network Design & Implementation Design, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN networks, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points, and routers/switches across sites. Implement network segmentation, VLANs, and secure remote access solutions. Cybersecurity & Threat Management Monitor network activity and manage firewall rules, IDS/IPS systems, and security incident responses. Enforce Endpoint security, MFA, and secure access controls (LDAP, RADIUS, or AD). Conduct vulnerability assessments, patch management, and remediate security gaps. Systems Monitoring & Optimization Utilize monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, Forti Analyzer) to ensure optimal performance and uptime. Implement high availability (HA), backup connectivity, and fault tolerance solutions. Compliance & Documentation Maintain and audit security policies to comply with data protection laws (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR). Document configurations, network topologies, and change controls. Participate in internal and external IT/security audits. Support & Collaboration Provide L2/L3 support for escalated network and security issues. Work closely with application, helpdesk, and infrastructure teams on deployments and incident resolution. Participate in business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. Relevant certifications: Fortinet NSE 4+, CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent. Experience 3–5 years of experience in network and cybersecurity engineering. Experience with firewall management, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and enterprise Wi-Fi systems. Familiarity with healthcare IT and compliance standards is an advantage.
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Vacancy title:
Network & Security Engineer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
C-care
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, October 7 2025
Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
C-CARE is hiring a Network & Security Engineer responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining C-Care Uganda’s secure, high-performing network infrastructure. This role ensures business continuity by defending against threats, enforcing cybersecurity protocols, and optimizing connectivity across all C-Care Uganda facilities.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
Network Design & Implementation
- Design, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN networks, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points, and routers/switches across sites.
- Implement network segmentation, VLANs, and secure remote access solutions.
Cybersecurity & Threat Management
- Monitor network activity and manage firewall rules, IDS/IPS systems, and security incident responses.
- Enforce Endpoint security, MFA, and secure access controls (LDAP, RADIUS, or AD).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, patch management, and remediate security gaps.
Systems Monitoring & Optimization
- Utilize monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, Forti Analyzer) to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Implement high availability (HA), backup connectivity, and fault tolerance solutions.
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain and audit security policies to comply with data protection laws (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
- Document configurations, network topologies, and change controls.
- Participate in internal and external IT/security audits.
Support & Collaboration
- Provide L2/L3 support for escalated network and security issues.
- Work closely with application, helpdesk, and infrastructure teams on deployments and incident resolution.
- Participate in business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
Key Relationships
Internal Contacts and Purpose of Interaction
- IT Infrastructure Team: Coordinates implementation of secure systems.
- Helpdesk Team: Escalation and incident resolution.
- Clinical & Admin Teams: Ensures uninterrupted service delivery through secure access.
- Audit & Compliance Teams: Supports IT audit, risk, and compliance initiatives.
External Contacts and Purpose of Interaction
- Vendors & ISPs: Supports troubleshooting, renewals, and implementation of network/security solutions.
- OEM Support: Troubleshooting and warranty support for infrastructure assets.
Key Skills and Competencies
Qualifications
- Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Relevant certifications: Fortinet NSE 4+, CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in network and cybersecurity engineering.
- Experience with firewall management, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and enterprise Wi-Fi systems.
- Familiarity with healthcare IT and compliance standards is an advantage.
Knowledge & Technical Competencies
- Expertise in TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF/BGP), DNS, DHCP, VPNs.
- Skilled in using Fortinet, Cisco, or equivalent platforms.
- Working knowledge of SIEM, NAC, MFA, and endpoint security tools.
Behavioral Competencies
- Proactive problem-solver and excellent communicator.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Adaptable, with a strong focus on risk mitigation and operational continuity.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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