Enterprise Network Admin: Secure & Fast Connectivity

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Training and development

Stable work environment

Modern networking infrastructure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Network Administrator to manage Upington's enterprise network. You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and access points to ensure secure, reliable connectivity across the organization.

The role requires 3+ years in network administration, proficiency with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs, and familiarity with monitoring tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or SolarWinds. Certifications such as CCNA or Network+ are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of enterprise network administration experience.
• CCNA, Network+ or Security+ certifications desirable.
• Experience with Cisco/Juniper/HP hardware and VPNs is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues promptly.
• Implement and manage network security measures (VPNs, IDS/IPS, access controls).
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
• Plan and execute network upgrades to support growth and tech evolution.
• Provide technical support for network-related issues to end-users and IT staff.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

VLANs

Cisco/Juniper/HP

Network monitoring

Security basics

Education

BSc in IT/CS

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

SolarWinds

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Network Administrator to manage Upington's enterprise network. You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and access points to ensure secure, reliable connectivity across the organization.

The role requires 3+ years in network administration, proficiency with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs, and familiarity with monitoring tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or SolarWinds. Certifications such as CCNA or Network+ are highly desirable.