Remote Telecoms Network Administrator — Secure Connectivity

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Team support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecoms Network Administrator to join its IT team. The role is fully remote with occasional site visits to Klerksdorp, South Africa, and focuses on the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the company’s telecommunications network infrastructure.

You will ensure reliability, security, and performance of communication systems, provide end-user support, and develop network documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Administrator or in a similar IT support role.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, and network protocols.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and troubleshooting techniques.
• Familiarity with network security best practices and hardware.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, and servers.
• Monitor network performance and security, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Provide technical support to end-users for network-related issues and connectivity problems.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS/DHCP

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Remote work

Independent worker

Documentation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecoms Network Administrator to join its IT team. The role is fully remote with occasional site visits to Klerksdorp, South Africa, and focuses on the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the company’s telecommunications network infrastructure.

You will ensure reliability, security, and performance of communication systems, provide end-user support, and develop network documentation.