Remote Network Engineering Apprentice | Mentored Training

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote apprenticeship

Mentorship from experienced networkers

Stipend during the apprenticeship

Support for certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Network Engineering Apprenticeship with a pathway into professional network engineering. You will learn to configure routers, switches, firewalls and other devices, while contributing to secure, scalable networks under mentorship.

The program emphasizes hands-on practice, remote collaboration, and building skills in networking principles and principles of security, with support for industry certifications as you grow.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Strong interest in computer networking and telecommunications.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols).
• Familiarity with network hardware such as routers and switches is beneficial.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication for remote collaboration.
• Reliability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn and pursue network certifications (e.g., CCNA).

Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring and maintaining network devices (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity remotely.
• Support the implementation of network security measures and protocols.
• Participate in network upgrades and deployments.
• Document network topologies, configurations, and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on design and optimization projects.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay updated on networking technologies.

Skills

Networking interest

TCP/IP basics

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Tools

Routers

Switches

Job description

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Network Engineering Apprenticeship with a pathway into professional network engineering. You will learn to configure routers, switches, firewalls and other devices, while contributing to secure, scalable networks under mentorship.

The program emphasizes hands-on practice, remote collaboration, and building skills in networking principles and principles of security, with support for industry certifications as you grow.