Remote Network Administrator

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Network Administrator to design, secure, and maintain enterprise networks for users primarily in the Paarl region. You will work from a remote location, handling LAN/WAN design, monitoring, and incident response with minimal supervision.

Ideal candidates have CCNA/CCNP, strong TCP/IP knowledge, VPN, firewall management, and experience with network monitoring tools. The role offers full remote flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Administrator or similar role managing enterprise networks.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, network hardware, and security principles.
• Experience with network monitoring tools, firewall management, and VPN technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously in a remote capacity.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure LAN/WAN networks.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize speed and reliability.
• Manage network hardware including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Enforce network security policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Perform regular maintenance, updates, and patching; provide remote support.

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

Firewall management

VPN technologies

Network monitoring

CCNA/CCNP

Education

CCNA/CCNP

Tools

Wireshark

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Network Administrator to manage and maintain their network infrastructure, supporting operations for users primarily in the Paarl region. This role is pivotal in ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of our network systems. You will be responsible for network design, implementation, monitoring, and troubleshooting, working independently from a remote location. This position is ideal for a seasoned IT professional who excels in managing complex networks, possesses strong analytical skills, and is committed to providing robust network solutions in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure and efficient local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN).
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize speed and reliability.
• Manage network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Implement and enforce network security policies, protocols, and procedures to protect against cyber threats.
• Perform regular network maintenance, updates, and patching to ensure system integrity.
• Provide remote technical support for network-related issues and collaborate with other IT teams on infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Administrator or similar role, managing enterprise-level networks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), network hardware, and network security principles.
• Experience with network monitoring tools, firewall management, and VPN technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote capacity.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-driven incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a balanced lifestyle.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape and manage critical network infrastructure from anywhere.