Remote Network Infrastructure Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

Home office stipend

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Company laptop

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our distributed technical team. This fully remote role focuses on design, deployment, and management of complex enterprise networks, cloud connectivity, and security.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of design and operations experience with routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network monitoring tools, and holds CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network infrastructure design, implementation, and management.
• Proven expertise in routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, and WAN/LAN concepts.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) and VPN technologies.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Experience with cloud networking environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are a strong plus.
• Must have a stable internet connection and a dedicated workspace suitable for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain enterprise-level network infrastructure.
• Monitor and optimize network performance; resolve bottlenecks.
• Implement and manage network security measures incl. VPNs and IDS/IPS.
• Collaborate with cloud teams to optimize cloud network services (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Develop and maintain network documentation and SOPs.
• Respond to incidents and outages with fast troubleshooting.
• Conduct regular network audits for policy compliance.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and trends.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and IT staff.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency support.
• Manage hardware/software lifecycle including procurement and decommissioning.

Skills

BGP/OSPF

Firewall expertise

VPN technologies

Cloud networking

Network monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree / equivalent

CCNA/CCNP certifications

Tools

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in providing innovative IT solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Network Infrastructure Engineer to join their distributed technical team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in the design, implementation, management, and troubleshooting of our client's complex network infrastructure. This includes enterprise networks, cloud connectivity, and security protocols. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network performance monitoring tools. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network reliability, scalability, and security for our internal operations and client-facing services. This position demands exceptional problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential network issues, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. We are looking for a dedicated professional who is passionate about network technologies and committed to delivering robust and high-performing network solutions. Your expertise will be critical in supporting our client's digital transformation and ensuring seamless connectivity for our global user base. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your skills without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain enterprise-level network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Manage and monitor network performance, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks, latency, and other issues.
• Implement and maintain network security measures, including VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control lists.
• Collaborate with cloud engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of cloud-based network services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Respond to network incidents and outages, providing timely and effective troubleshooting and resolution.
• Conduct regular network audits and assessments to ensure compliance with security policies and industry best practices.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and trends, recommending and implementing upgrades as necessary.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior network engineers and IT staff.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency network support.
• Manage network hardware and software lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, and decommissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network infrastructure design, implementation, and management.
• Proven expertise in routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, and WAN/LAN concepts.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) and VPN technologies.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Experience with cloud networking environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are a strong plus.
• Must have a stable internet connection and a dedicated workspace suitable for remote work.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility in working hours.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications (e.g., advanced Cisco, cloud networking).
• Exposure to cutting-edge network technologies and global infrastructure projects.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday allowances.
• Company-provided laptop and home office stipend.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and professional development workshops.
• A culture that promotes innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance.