Network Systems Engineer

Herotel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking a Network Systems Engineer in Plattekloof, Cape Town. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining network systems, ensuring cross-functional compatibility, and supporting team objectives. Applicants should have a degree in IT or Computer Science, strong experience in network management systems, and relevant certifications. The position offers a chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in deploying and administering IT or network management systems.
• Advanced experience on the Linux operating system.
• Skilled in database design for high-availability environments.

Responsibilities

• Build systems according to design and framework plan.
• Identify and build network systems for service provisioning and automation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network systems issues efficiently.

Skills

Deploying and administering IT or network management systems

Networking principles

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

CCNA, CCNP, MCSE, or RHCE certifications

Tools

Zabbix

Ansible

AWS

Grafana

Job description

Network Systems Engineer (Herotel)

Location: Plattekloof, Cape Town, ZA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Applications are invited for the Network Systems Engineer position to be based in Plattekloof, Cape Town. This person will report to the Network Manager.

Job Overview

As the Network Systems Engineer at Herotel, you will be responsible for the implementation, support, and maintenance of all network systems.

You will also be responsible for provisioning new systems to meet the network teams' business goals. Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to: setting up and managing all network‑related systems required to meet the organizational objectives, including installing, configuring, supporting, and maintaining. Responsible for providing network automation tools required to scale network operations, keeping accurate documentation and diagrams, and working with technology, operations, and business systems teams to ensure cross‑functional compatibility, integration, and scaling of all network systems.

Key Outputs: Continuously review existing systems output and performance and make incremental changes to improve and scale.

Responsibilities

• Using the design and framework plan, build the systems accordingly and measure against the short‑ and medium‑term goals.

Identify and build network systems that drive service provisioning and automation, bringing down the total cost of ownership. Planning and support: work with network architects, network engineering, network monitoring and transmission teams as the systems specialist, ensuring the correct systems and strategies are used. Work with the end‑users of the system to identify and implement improvements. Managing suppliers and vendors to ensure the exact needs are met for all network‑related systems. Troubleshoot and resolve network systems, hardware, and software issues in a timely and efficient manner. In a test‑lab environment, test and evaluate new systems and self‑build systems to ensure the full technology stack remains up to date and relevant.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have the following experience and competencies:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in deploying and administering IT or network management systems.
• Experience in the following network systems is advantageous: ACS platforms, Zabbix, Greylog, The Dude, Ansible, Splunk, AWS hosting platforms, Proxmox and Grafana.
• Advanced experience on the Linux operating system and server environments.
• Skilled in database design and implementation for high‑availability environments.
• Deep understanding of networking and network design principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, MCSE, or RHCE are highly desirable.
• Industry‑related qualifications in networks, systems or security.

Application Process

If interested and meet all requirements, please submit your CV with contactable references and copies of related qualifications.

PLEASE NOTE: Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates, in line with Herotel's Employment Equity Plan.

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