Junior Network and Security Engineer

Rewardsco; Emalahleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in outsourced sales and customer service seeks a sharp-thinking Network and Security Engineer for their dynamic IT team. This role involves installation, troubleshooting, and maintaining network operations while offering opportunities for career development in a tech-driven environment. Candidates should possess relevant certifications, a foundational understanding of network protocols, and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Free access to medical insurance

Financial wellness support

Mental health counseling

On-site pharmacy and in-house nurse

Fast-tracked career development

Work with top industry talent

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Minimum of a year’s experience in Networking and Security.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and related protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing, configuring, and maintaining network hardware.
• Troubleshoot network issues under senior engineers' guidance.
• Monitor network performance and capacity.

Skills

Network concepts

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

IT Diploma

CompTIA Network+

CCNA

Fortinet Certificate

Job description

Join a Team Where Performance Powers Progress

At Rewardsco, we don’t just connect people — we connect ambition with opportunity. As a leader in outsourced sales, distribution, and customer service, our culture is fast-paced, tech-forward, and unapologetically performance-driven.

We’re looking for a sharp-thinking Network and Security Engineer to join our dynamic IT team and help drive infrastructure resilience, security, and uptime across our digital ecosystem.

Your Role:

• Installation and Configuration: Assist in installing, configuring, and maintaining network hardware and software.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot network issues, identify problems, and implement solutions under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Network Monitoring: Monitor network performance and capacity, using tools to track uptime, latency, and other performance indicators.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of network configurations, installations, and troubleshooting steps.
• Collaboration: Work with other team members, including senior engineers, to support network solutions.
• Security: Assist with developing and implementing network security procedures. Understanding and experience with NDR & DLP Solutions
• Support: Provide general, entry-level support to the engineering department.
• Learning: Stay updated on networking technologies, trends, and best practices.

• Matric
• IT Diploma or relevant certifications i.e. CompTIA Network+ and CCNA ,Fortinet Certificate would be advantageous
• Minimum of a years relevant experience gained within Networking and Security
• Networking Fundamentals: Strong understanding of network concepts, protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, etc.), and technologies (LAN, WAN, VPN, etc.).
• Excellent Communication skills
• Clear Criminal Record

• Cutting-edge tech environment
• Fast-tracked career development
• Work with top industry talent
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Free access to Kaelo Health Medical Insurance, Financial WellnessSupport, Mental Health Counselling and on-site Pharmacy with an in-house Nurse

How To Apply:

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