Senior Network Architect - Hybrid, Growth & Certifications

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to oversee and secure the group’s network infrastructure in Richards Bay. You will design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN, monitor performance, and support uninterrupted operations across all departments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network administration, strong TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching, plus knowledge of network security. CCNA/CCNP certifications are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network administration and support.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), routing, and switching.
• Experience with network security principles and technologies.
• CCNA/CCNP Certifications are desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problems.
• Ensure security through firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and hardware replacements.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and procedures.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and other IT personnel.

Skills

Network administration

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

Routing & Switching

Network security

CCNA/CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Firewalls

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to oversee and secure the group’s network infrastructure in Richards Bay. You will design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN, monitor performance, and support uninterrupted operations across all departments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network administration, strong TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching, plus knowledge of network security. CCNA/CCNP certifications are highly desirable.