I&M Bank Tanzania is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Specialist to join its ICT Department in Dar es Salaam. This role offers an excellent opportunity for network professionals to lead enterprise network transformation initiatives while ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity across the bank’s technology infrastructure.
The successful candidate will oversee and manage the bank’s LAN and WAN infrastructure, service provider connectivity, network security, and advanced enterprise networking technologies that support critical banking operations.
Why Join I&M Bank Tanzania?
I&M Bank continues to invest heavily in technology and digital innovation to deliver secure and efficient banking services. Joining the ICT team provides an opportunity to work with advanced enterprise networking technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced banking environment.
Benefits of working with I&M Bank include:
- Exposure to large-scale enterprise network environments
- Opportunities to lead strategic technology projects
- Access to modern networking and cybersecurity technologies
- Professional growth within a respected regional banking group
- Collaborative and innovative work culture
- Involvement in digital transformation initiatives
Position Details
Job Title: Senior Network Specialist
Department: ICT
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Purpose
The Senior Network Specialist will be responsible for managing, designing, implementing, and optimizing the bank’s enterprise network infrastructure.
The role focuses on ensuring network security, performance, reliability, and scalability while supporting business objectives and digital transformation initiatives.
The successful candidate will oversee:
- Local Area Network (LAN)
- Wide Area Network (WAN)
- Service Provider Connectivity
- Network Security Infrastructure
- Wireless Networks
- Data Centre Networking Technologies
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Network Management
The selected candidate will:
- Design, deploy, configure, and maintain LAN and WAN infrastructure
- Ensure high network availability and performance
- Manage enterprise connectivity across branch and data centre environments
- Monitor and optimize network operations
- Support future network expansion and scalability
Technical Leadership
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating technical activities between internal teams and vendors
- Acting as a subject matter expert for networking technologies
- Providing technical guidance during architecture and planning discussions
- Supporting strategic network transformation initiatives
- Promoting industry best practices and standardization
Network Security
The role holder will:
- Implement and maintain network security controls
- Manage firewalls and VPN solutions
- Support intrusion detection and prevention systems
- Ensure compliance with security policies and standards
- Protect critical banking infrastructure against cyber threats
Network Troubleshooting & Support
Key responsibilities include:
- Diagnosing and resolving complex network issues
- Troubleshooting Layer 2 and Layer 3 connectivity problems
- Resolving wireless network issues
- Supporting network segmentation initiatives
- Maintaining optimal network performance
Documentation & Governance
The successful candidate will:
- Develop technical documentation
- Create network diagrams and architecture designs
- Maintain standard operating procedures
- Prepare implementation plans and technical specifications
- Support audit and compliance requirements
Infrastructure Evaluation
Responsibilities include:
- Evaluating networking hardware and software solutions
- Recommending infrastructure improvements
- Supporting technology modernization initiatives
- Identifying opportunities for performance optimization
Skills, Knowledge & Competencies
Applicants should possess:
Banking Knowledge
- Understanding of banking products and operations
- Familiarity with financial services technology environments
Network Administration Expertise
Strong knowledge of:
- Network support and troubleshooting
- LAN and WAN technologies
- Routing and switching
- Wireless networking
- Enterprise network architecture
Wireless Technologies
Advanced experience with:
- Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC)
- Cisco Lightweight Access Points
Enterprise Networking
Deep understanding of:
- BGP
- EIGRP
- OSPF
- QoS
- Route Redistribution
- Loop Prevention Technologies
Network Devices
Expertise in:
- Routers
- Switches
- Firewalls
- VPN Technologies
Telecommunications
Knowledge of:
- Voice Infrastructure
- Data Infrastructure
- Telecommunications Protocols
- Quality of Service (QoS)
Data Centre Technologies
Experience with:
- Cisco Nexus
- Cisco ACI
- Virtual Port Channel (VPC)
- Data Centre Interconnect (DCI)
- Storage Area Networks (SAN)
- Cisco UCS
- Fabric Interconnects (FI)
Professional Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to continuous learning
- Team leadership and mentoring abilities
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- High attention to detail
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Networking
- Telecommunications
- Systems Engineering
- Or a related technology field
Professional Certifications
Mandatory Certifications
Candidates must possess:
- CCNP Enterprise (Valid Certification)
Additional Required Certifications
- CCNP Security
- Check Point CCSA
- Check Point CCSE
Added Advantage Certifications
The following certifications will be an advantage:
- CCIE
- PMP
- ITIL v3 or higher
Experience Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing enterprise networks
- Proven experience as:
- Network Specialist
- Network Engineer
- Similar networking roles
Technical Experience
Strong hands-on experience with:
- Cisco IOS
- Cisco IOS-XE
- Cisco NX-OS
- Cisco SD-WAN
- Cisco ACI
- Enterprise WAN Technologies
- VPN Solutions
- Wired Networks
- Wireless Networks
Routing Protocol Experience
In-depth expertise in:
- Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
- Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official I&M Bank recruitment platform and ensure all required documents are provided as instructed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Final Thought
The Senior Network Specialist Vacancy 2026 presents an exciting opportunity for experienced networking professionals seeking to work with cutting-edge enterprise technologies within the banking sector. Candidates with strong expertise in Cisco networking, cybersecurity, data centre technologies, and enterprise infrastructure management are encouraged to apply and become part of I&M Bank Tanzania’s technology transformation journey.
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