Network Infrastructure Technician (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Home office setup allowance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development and certs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Network Infrastructure Technician to join its remote team, supporting clients nationwide. You will monitor, configure, and troubleshoot complex network environments to ensure uptime, performance, and security.

This role emphasizes remote collaboration with distributed engineers and requires hands-on expertise with routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and network monitoring tools. You will document changes and participate in design and capacity planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Network Technician or Network Administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and network services (DNS, DHCP).
• Experience with network security principles and technologies (VPNs, ACLs).
• Proficiency with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (Wireshark, SNMP).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote network monitoring and diagnostics to identify and resolve issues.
• Configure, install, and maintain network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, APs).
• Manage network security protocols and implement best practices (VPNs, ACLs).
• Respond to network alerts and incidents with timely resolutions.
• Document network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on network design, upgrades, and capacity planning.

Skills

TCP/IP knowledge

Routing protocols (BGP/OSPF)

Network security concepts

DNS/DHCP services

Remote collaboration

Tools

Wireshark

SNMP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Network Infrastructure Technician to join their remote team, supporting operations nationally. This role involves the remote management, configuration, and troubleshooting of our clients' complex network infrastructure. You will be instrumental in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of our network systems, working with a variety of technologies and collaborating with distributed teams. This position is ideal for an experienced technician who thrives in a remote environment, enjoys solving intricate network challenges, and is committed to maintaining high standards of service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform remote network monitoring and diagnostics to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Configure, install, and maintain network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Manage network security protocols and implement best practices to protect against threats.
• Respond to network alerts and incidents, providing timely and effective resolution.
• Document network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on network design, upgrades, and capacity planning.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Technician or Network Administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP , routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and network services (e.g., DNS, DHCP).
• Experience with network security principles and technologies (e.g., VPNs, ACLs).
• Proficiency in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, SNMP).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Strong communication skills for remote collaboration and user support.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote working flexibility.
• Allowance for home office setup and high-speed internet.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Continuous professional development and opportunities for network certifications.