Network Infrastructure Manager

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package including medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Network Infrastructure Manager in Queenstown to oversee design, implementation, and maintenance of extensive network systems, ensuring reliability and security for customers. You will lead a technical team, drive capacity planning, and align network strategies with business needs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network engineering with at least 2 years in a leadership role, strong TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and firewall expertise, and CCNA/CCNP/CCIE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive network engineering/administration experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial/lead role.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, routing, switching, and firewalls.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis.
• Proven experience in securing enterprise-level network infrastructure and managing SLAs.
• CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certifications are desirable.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of LAN/WAN, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Mentor and manage a team of network engineers and technicians, with performance management.
• Develop and execute network strategies including capacity planning and scalability.
• Oversee configuration, operation, and troubleshooting of network devices/services.
• Enforce network security policies and procedures to protect against threats.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement uptime improvements.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure SLAs are met.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Network engineering

Vendor management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds)

Networking hardware (routers/switches/firewalls)

Wireshark

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a regional telecommunications provider in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**, is seeking an experienced Network Infrastructure Manager to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of their extensive network systems. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the company's network infrastructure, supporting a wide range of services for its customers. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in network engineering, and a proven ability to manage complex projects and a technical team. You will be responsible for strategic network planning, capacity management, and ensuring adherence to industry best practices. This is a key leadership opportunity within a vital service provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of the company's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Manage and mentor a team of network engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance and performance management.
• Develop and execute network strategies to meet current and future business needs, including capacity planning and scalability.
• Oversee the configuration, operation, and troubleshooting of network devices and services.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect against threats.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency and uptime.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure network infrastructure complies with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Participate in on-call rotation for network emergencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in network engineering and administration, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS), routing, switching, and firewalls.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis.
• Proven experience in managing and securing enterprise-level network infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Experience with cloud networking concepts is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) are highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a demanding environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and a retirement fund. We provide opportunities for professional development, including training, certifications, and attendance at industry events. The work environment in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**, is dynamic and focused on providing essential services to the region. You will have the chance to lead a critical infrastructure team and contribute to the stability and growth of the company. We value work-life balance and offer a supportive management structure. Join an established organization where your expertise in network infrastructure management will be highly valued and contribute directly to community connectivity.