Network Infrastructure Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Training resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Specialist to join our remote-first technical team. You will design, implement, and manage robust LAN/WAN networks across sites, ensuring security, performance, and reliability for our operations and clients.

The role offers fully remote work, competitive salary with performance bonuses, comprehensive health coverage, and a home-office stipend.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Specialist or similar role.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network services (DNS, DHCP).
• Hands-on experience with network configuration and management tools.
• Proficiency in network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; able to work remotely.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain LAN/WAN across sites.
• Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and optimize speed and reliability.
• Maintain network security protocols and access controls.
• Provide remote technical support for network issues and outages.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams and configurations.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

TCP/IP networking

Routing protocols

Network security

VPN management

Remote troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

CCNA

CCNP

Tools

Network config tools

Firewall management

IDS/IPS tooling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Specialist to join their fully remote technical team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing management of robust network infrastructures that support the company's operations and client services. You will leverage your expertise to ensure network security, performance, and reliability, working closely with other IT professionals to achieve strategic objectives. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a dynamic, technology-driven organization in a flexible, remote-first capacity, playing a key part in maintaining seamless connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) across various sites.


• Configure and manage network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.


• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize speed and efficiency.


• Ensure network security by implementing and maintaining security protocols, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.


• Provide remote technical support for network-related issues and outages.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams and configurations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Specialist , Network Engineer, or similar role.


• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking , routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network services (DNS, DHCP).


• Hands-on experience with network configuration and management tools.


• Proficiency in network security principles and best practices.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.


• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience are highly valued.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance bonuses.


• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous allowance for home office setup and internet connectivity.


• Access to ongoing training and professional development resources.