Graduate Trainee Network Administrator

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Mentorship

Advancement opportunities

Diverse tech exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Trainee Network Administrator to support operations across multiple locations with a remote-first approach. You will gain hands-on experience in managing network infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with upgrades under mentorship.

The role emphasizes foundational networking knowledge, rapid learning, and independence as you grow into a network administrator career within a growing organization.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, network engineering, or related field.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Familiarity with routers, switches, firewalls and Windows/Linux servers.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues and outages.
• Provide technical support to end-users for network-related problems.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Assist in managing network documentation, diagrams, and inventory.
• Participate in network infrastructure upgrade projects and system enhancements.

Conocimientos

Problem-solving

Independent work

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Net Eng

Herramientas

Routers & switches

Windows Server & Linux

Network security basics

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and technically inclined Graduate Trainee Network Administrator to join their IT department, supporting operations across multiple locations with a remote-first approach. This is an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands‑on experience in managing and maintaining network infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and system security. You will work alongside experienced IT professionals, troubleshooting network issues, implementing upgrades, and supporting end-users. We are looking for individuals with a strong foundational understanding of networking concepts, a passion for technology, and a commitment to continuous learning. This role is perfect for someone looking to build a career in network administration from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues and outages.
• Provide technical support to end-users for network-related problems.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Assist in managing network documentation, diagrams, and inventory.
• Participate in network infrastructure upgrade projects and system enhancements.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Familiarity with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).
• Basic knowledge of network security principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship in network administration.
• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for advancement.
• Exposure to diverse network technologies and infrastructure.
• Fully remote work environment, offering significant flexibility.
• Chance to contribute to critical IT infrastructure for a growing organization.