Network Infrastructure Technician - Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Flexible working hours

Advanced training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Network Infrastructure Technician to support client networks from a home office, enabling reliable performance and security nationwide. You will deploy, configure, and troubleshoot core devices, while documenting architectures and collaborating with clients.

The role emphasizes remote work proficiency, strong TCP/IP knowledge, and experience with monitoring tools; CCNA/CCNP or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in network administration or infrastructure support.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and security basics.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools like Nagios or Zabbix.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA/CCNP or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Remotely deploy, configure, and manage routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and security issues.
• Apply updates, patches, and conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Create and maintain network diagrams and configurations.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to design tailored network solutions.

Skills

Network Administration

TCP/IP Expertise

Security Principles

Remote Work Skills

Education

CCNA/CCNP Certification

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Technician to join their fully remote engineering team, supporting clients across various sectors. This role is critical for the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex network infrastructure solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of client networks, working from your home office. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional who excels in a remote work environment and is passionate about network technology. You will contribute to a growing team that values innovation and client success, impacting network operations nationwide from your base in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Remotely deploy, configure, and manage network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, latency, and security breaches.
• Perform regular system updates, patches, and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams and configurations.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to design and implement network solutions tailored to specific needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network administration or infrastructure support.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network security principles.
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix) and management platforms.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, suitable for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive remote work setup allowance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for advanced training and career growth in network engineering.