Remote Network Admin Apprentice — Launch Your IT Career

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from engineers

Comprehensive remote training

Certification opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Junior Network Administrator Apprentice role designed to kick-start your IT career from home. You will gain hands-on experience in network management, security practices, and administration while being mentored by experienced engineers in a remote-first environment.

This apprenticeship provides structured training, practical projects, and exposure to real client networks, with a clear path for professional certification as you develop key networking skills

Qualifications

• Strong interest in computer networking and IT infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work remotely and collaborate virtually.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Respond to incidents and service requests promptly.
• Document network configurations and diagrams.
• Collaborate with senior admins remotely.

Skills

Networking basics

TCP/IP knowledge

Windows & Linux familiarity

Remote collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IT certifications preferred

Tools

Windows OS

Linux OS

Job description

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Junior Network Administrator Apprentice role designed to kick-start your IT career from home. You will gain hands-on experience in network management, security practices, and administration while being mentored by experienced engineers in a remote-first environment.

This apprenticeship provides structured training, practical projects, and exposure to real client networks, with a clear path for professional certification as you develop key networking skills