Network Specialist L2 – Onshore/Offshore (Freelance)

About the role

Azule Energy is looking for an experienced L2 Network Specialist to deliver network operations and support across on‑shore and off‑shore sites in Angola. The role involves designing, configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN and firewall solutions to ensure secure and high‑performing connectivity for its energy infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain enterprise network infrastructure to guarantee high availability and performance.
• Install, configure and support routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs and other network devices.
• Perform incident management, root‑cause analysis and timely corrective actions.
• Use monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Azure Monitor, PRTG and UNMS to proactively detect issues.
• Implement network security policies, manage access controls and support SD‑WAN solutions.
• Assist in deployment, upgrade and rollout of new network technologies.
• Produce and keep up‑to‑date technical documentation, network diagrams and configuration records.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure efficient service delivery.

Required profile

• Fluent in Portuguese and English.
• One‑year freelance contract with immediate start.
• Preferably experience in rig or offshore environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field (preferred).
• CCNA or CCNP certification is a plus.

Required skills

• LAN/WAN networking
• TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
• Routing & Switching
• Cisco networking
• Firewall and VPN technologies
• SD‑WAN
• Zabbix, Azure Monitor, PRTG, UNMS
• Network troubleshooting
• ITIL process knowledge