Remote Network Infrastructure Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Home office equipment

Health insurance

Paid time off

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Network Infrastructure Specialist to design, implement, and maintain a robust global network for a fully remote team. You will work from a home office and collaborate with distributed engineering teams to support critical business operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network administration and infrastructure management, strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP/OSPF, cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP), and solid security practices to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in network administration and infrastructure management.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, and other networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize speed and reliability.
• Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against threats and ensure data integrity.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for network-related issues across the organization.
• Develop and document network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and propose improvements to our infrastructure.

Skills

Network administration

Infrastructure management

Remote work autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

SolarWinds

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Network Infrastructure Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining our robust global network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and security. You will work from your home office, collaborating with distributed engineering teams to support critical business operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, cloud infrastructure, and network security best practices, along with the ability to thrive in an independent, remote work environment. This is a key position to ensure our digital backbone remains resilient and scalable.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize speed and reliability.
• Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against threats and ensure data integrity.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for network-related issues across the organization.
• Develop and document network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and propose improvements to our infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network administration and infrastructure management.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, and other networking protocols.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and network virtualization technologies.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds) and cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work setup including a stipend for home office equipment.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, certifications, and career advancement in a global tech company.