IP Network Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an IP Network Specialist to join their technical team in Mahikeng. The role combines on-site responsibilities with remote work and focuses on designing, implementing, and managing scalable IP networks to ensure reliability, security, and performance.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of IP network administration/engineering experience, strong TCP/IP knowledge, and hands-on experience with BGP/OSPF, VPNs, firewalls, and vendor network hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years in IP network administration/engineering.
• Strong TCP/IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and subnetting skills.
• Experience with network security, firewalls, ACLs, and VPNs.
• Experience configuring and managing vendor network hardware.
• Ability to work in a hybrid on-site/remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable IP networks including LAN/WAN/VPN.
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot connectivity, and optimize speed.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate new technologies.
• Provide technical documentation for configurations and troubleshooting.

Skills

IP networking

TCP/IP

BGP routing

OSPF routing

Switching

Subnetting

Network security

Firewalls

VPNs

Vendor devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled IP Network Specialist to join their technical team in Mahikeng . This role operates on a hybrid model, combining on-site responsibilities with the flexibility of remote work. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, and ongoing management of the company's Internet Protocol (IP) network infrastructure. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our client's IP-based communication systems. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong grasp of networking protocols and a proactive approach to maintaining network health and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable IP networks, including LAN, WAN, and VPN solutions.
• Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and implement solutions to optimize speed and reliability.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and best practices to protect against cyber threats.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate new technologies and ensure seamless network operations.
• Provide technical documentation for network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IP network administration and engineering.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP protocols, routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and subnetting.
• Experience with network security concepts, including firewalls, ACLs, and VPNs.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing network hardware from major vendors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid remote/on-site environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement savings plan.
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Exposure to diverse network technologies and challenging projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.