Network Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join a fully remote IT infrastructure team. You will design, implement, and maintain robust, secure network infrastructure across the organization, ensuring high availability and scalability.

You will monitor performance, troubleshoot incidents, and plan for future growth while collaborating with system administrators. A CCNA/CCNP is desirable, with 4+ years of experience and a BA/BS in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years in network engineering or administration.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocols, and network security.
• Experience with monitoring, troubleshooting tools, and VPNs/Firewalls.
• Certs such as CCNA/CCNP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-level network solutions (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs).
• Monitor performance, identify issues, and implement proactive uptime improvements.
• Troubleshoot network incidents and resolve problems promptly.
• Maintain network security measures and data integrity.
• Collaborate with IT teams and document networks (diagrams, procedures).

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP/OSPF

Network security

Monitoring tools

Troubleshooting

CCNA/CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Wireshark

VPN/Firewall configs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Network Engineer to join their fully remote IT infrastructure team. This role is essential for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, secure, and high-performing network infrastructure across the organization. You will be responsible for ensuring network availability, troubleshooting complex issues, and planning for future network growth and scalability. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated network professional to contribute to a stable and efficient IT environment, working remotely and impacting critical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-level network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance, identify potential issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure optimal uptime and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related incidents and problems in a timely manner.
• Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against threats and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with system administrators and other IT professionals to ensure seamless integration of network services.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in network engineering or administration.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.) and network hardware.
• Experience with network security principles and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
• Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and convenience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and obtaining advanced network certifications.
• A critical role in maintaining the backbone of the company's IT infrastructure.