Hybrid IP Network Administrator: Secure Scalable Networking

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced IP Network Administrator to manage our core IP infrastructure in Welkom, Free State. The role emphasizes stability, security, and optimal performance of the network with a hybrid work arrangement.

You will handle configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support, working with Cisco/Juniper hardware and security technologies. 4+ years in IP networking is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in network administration focusing on IP networks.
• Proficiency configuring Cisco/Juniper hardware and similar devices.
• Strong TCP/IP, routing (BGP/OSPF), switching (VLAN/STP) and WAN concepts.
• Experience with firewall, VPNs, IDS/IPS and security practices.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and related devices.
• Monitor network performance and availability using management tools.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues to minimize service disruptions.
• Enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Perform firmware upgrades and regular maintenance.
• Contribute to capacity planning and network upgrades.
• Maintain network diagrams and configurations.
• Provide internal technical support and collaborate with IT teams.
• Respond to alerts and incidents in a timely manner.

Skills

IP networking

Routing & switching

Network security

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

VLANs

STP

WAN technologies

VPNs

IDS/IPS

SolarWinds

Nagios

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced IP Network Administrator to manage our core IP infrastructure in Welkom, Free State. The role emphasizes stability, security, and optimal performance of the network with a hybrid work arrangement.

You will handle configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support, working with Cisco/Juniper hardware and security technologies. 4+ years in IP networking is preferred.