IP Network Specialist

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced IP Network Specialist to join their East London core network operations team. The role focuses on configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting routers, switches, and other IP devices to maintain stable data services in a telecoms environment.

Responsibilities include implementing routing protocols, ensuring network security with firewalls and ACLs, and supporting design and capacity planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of IP network administration/engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, and OSPF required.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with Wireshark, Ping, and Traceroute.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and maintain IP network devices (routers/switches).
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues promptly.
• Design and implement routing and network services (DNS/DHCP).
• Enforce security with firewalls and ACLs.
• Support network design and capacity planning.
• Provide Level 2/3 incident response.
• Document configurations and troubleshooting steps.

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

Network troubleshooting

Network security

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Wireshark

Ping

Traceroute

Firewall management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced IP Network Specialist to join their core network operations team in East London. This role is pivotal in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of our internet protocol network, which supports all data services. You will be responsible for the configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and other IP network devices. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically proficient individual to work with advanced networking technologies in a key operational role within the telecoms industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and maintain IP network devices, including routers and switches from major vendors.
• Monitor network performance using specialized tools, identify issues, and implement timely resolutions.
• Implement and manage routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF) and network services (e.g., DNS, DHCP).
• Ensure the security of the IP network by implementing and managing firewalls and access control lists.
• Participate in network design and capacity planning activities.
• Provide Level 2/3 technical support for IP network-related incidents.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in IP network administration and engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and switching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, ping, and traceroute.
• Experience with network security concepts and implementation.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, dental cover, and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and certifications in networking.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career growth opportunities within the dynamic telecoms sector.