Remote Network Engineer: Design, Secure & Optimize Networks

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Professional development

Exposure to enterprise networks

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the company’s network infrastructure from Sandton. You will ensure performance, availability, and security, supporting our business operations with robust networking solutions.

You should bring 2+ years of experience, solid knowledge of BGP/OSPF, DNS/DHCP, and hands-on Cisco/Juniper equipment expertise. A CCNA/CCNP is highly desirable and fully remote work is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and network services (DNS, DHCP).

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Implement and manage network security measures to protect against threats.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and configurations.
• Ensure network reliability and high availability for all business operations.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support infrastructure needs.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

DNS

DHCP

Network Troubleshooting

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

CCNA

CCNP

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the company’s network infrastructure from Sandton. You will ensure performance, availability, and security, supporting our business operations with robust networking solutions.

You should bring 2+ years of experience, solid knowledge of BGP/OSPF, DNS/DHCP, and hands-on Cisco/Juniper equipment expertise. A CCNA/CCNP is highly desirable and fully remote work is offered.