IT Network Engineer

Tasiast Mine

The Tasiast mine is an open-pit operation in northwestern Mauritania located within an extensive gold system that is largely underexplored. The mine is proceeding with an expansion that is expected to increase production and lower operating costs. Tasiast is a cornerstone asset in Kinross’ portfolio, with a long mine life a large mineral reserve base.

As one of the largest private employers in Mauritania, Tasiast invests heavily in training and career development opportunities and has many important programs in place to support its host communities. For example, since 2014, Tasiast’s mobile clinic, which provides free medical support to isolated communities, has provided over 32,000 consultations.   

Purpose of Role

Under the responsibility of IT/OT Superintendent, the Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure solutions to support various IT projects within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, project management, and network troubleshooting.

This is a site-based role with rotation 12 days at site followed by 9 days of rest. 

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and design network solutions that meet business needs.
• Develop and Implement projects that support IT/OT infrastructure.
• Configure, install, and deploy network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points in a Cisco environment. 
• Implement network security measures to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
• Perform network capacity planning and optimization to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• Conduct network performance monitoring, analysis, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; lead technical training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in network engineering.
• Manage change initiatives related to network transformation and modernization.
• Conduct risk assessment, mitigation, and reporting for network infrastructure.
• Implement innovative solutions to improve network reliability and efficiency.

Education and Experience

• BAC +5 or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise Certificate Holder
• 6 years of experience managing the IT networks of a large company
• Advanced expertise in network protocols: STP, OSPF, HSRP, IP SLA, Radius, and DNS
• Good knowledge of Cisco Wireless and Datacenter technologies
• Mastery of the configuration of Cisco equipment and other brands (routers, switches, firewalls, IPS, WAAS, steelhead and packetshaper)
• Knowledge of network monitoring
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving under pressure
• Organized, dynamic, creative and with a good capacity for assimilation and rigor.

Other

• The ability to work in a team
• Sense of organization;
• Sense of discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent knowledge of adequate security measures related to the work
• Fluency in English and French

This is a site-based role with rotation 12 days at site followed by 9 days of rest. 

Who We Are

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. In 2021, Kinross committed to a greenhouse gas reduction action plan as part of its Climate Change strategy, reached approximately 1 million beneficiaries through its community programs, and recycled 80% of the water used at our sites. We also achieved record high levels of local employment, with 99% of total workforce from within host countries, and advanced inclusion and diversity targets, including instituting a Global Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Council.

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