Remote Network Infrastructure Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Network Infrastructure Technician to join our globally distributed team. This role manages, maintains, and troubleshoots critical network infrastructure from a remote location, ensuring stability, performance, and security.

You will monitor networks using advanced tools, resolve complex issues, implement changes remotely, and maintain diagrams and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network administration or remote network infrastructure roles.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios) and packet analysis.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently from a distance.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance, availability, and security using advanced management tools.
• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, including connectivity problems, hardware failures, and configuration errors.
• Implement network changes, upgrades, and patches remotely, adhering to change management procedures.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and troubleshooting guides.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of network infrastructure.
• Respond to network-related incidents and service requests in a timely and efficient manner.

Skills

TCP/IP

Routing (BGP/OSPF)

Switching

Firewalls

VPN technologies

Monitoring tools

Network security

Analytical skills

Independent work

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Network Infrastructure Technician to join our globally distributed team. This role manages, maintains, and troubleshoots critical network infrastructure from a remote location, ensuring stability, performance, and security.

You will monitor networks using advanced tools, resolve complex issues, implement changes remotely, and maintain diagrams and documentation.