Job Title: Network & Security Engineer (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: C-Care Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
C-Care IHK formerly International Hospital Kampala (IHK) is a tertiary, multi-specialty hospital that lays its foundation on a ‘Patient first’ ideology. It has been known for delivering leading-edge healthcare to cater for the changing needs of the growing populace and is the epitome of medical innovations and quality healthcare that offers easy connectivity and accessibility to patients from all over the East African region.
Job Summary: The Network & Security Engineer is 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.
Key Duties and 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.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- 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.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 6th October 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36