Hybrid Network Engineer - Telecoms & Security

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize telecommunications networks. You will manage routers, switches, and firewalls while ensuring uptime and secure connectivity for our telecoms infrastructure.

The role requires a solid background in TCP/IP, BGP/OSPF routing, and network security, with experience in monitoring tools and certifications such as CCNA/CCNP preferred. A hybrid work setup is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience as a Network Engineer or similar role within the telecoms sector.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network security principles.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and techniques.
• CCNA or CCNP certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust telecommunications networks including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and connectivity.
• Develop and execute network upgrade and expansion plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and services.
• Ensure network security protocols are up-to-date and effectively implemented.
• Provide technical support and documentation for network configurations and operations.

Skills

TCP/IP knowledge

Routing protocols

Network security principles

Network monitoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize telecommunications networks. You will manage routers, switches, and firewalls while ensuring uptime and secure connectivity for our telecoms infrastructure.

The role requires a solid background in TCP/IP, BGP/OSPF routing, and network security, with experience in monitoring tools and certifications such as CCNA/CCNP preferred. A hybrid work setup is offered.