Senior Network Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development

Flexible remote options

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement and manage our complex network infrastructure, ensuring high‑performance telecommunications services across the region.

You will work with routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, monitor security and uptime, document standards, and collaborate with IT teams to align networking with applications and services. The role offers hybrid work with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in network engineering and administration.
• Strong understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with network security appliances and best practices.
• Proficiency in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CCNP preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy robust network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Monitor network performance and security, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure maximum uptime.
• Implement and manage network security policies, protocols, and VPN configurations.
• Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to integrate network infrastructure with applications and services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and performance-related incidents.
• Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, standards, and procedures.

Skills

Routing protocols

Network security

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications

Tools

Monitoring tools

Firewall management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Network Engineer to join their innovative team in Port Elizabeth . This role is pivotal in architecting, implementing, and managing the company's complex network infrastructure, ensuring seamless and high-performance telecommunications services. You will be instrumental in maintaining the reliability, security, and scalability of our network assets, playing a key part in the company's technological advancement. This position offers a great opportunity to work with modern networking technologies in a growing regional hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy robust network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Monitor network performance and security, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure maximum uptime.
• Implement and manage network security policies, protocols, and VPN configurations.
• Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to integrate network infrastructure with applications and services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and performance-related incidents.
• Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, standards, and procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience in network engineering and administration.
• Strong understanding of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with network security appliances and best practices.
• Proficiency in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA/CCNP or equivalent experience are preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A flexible working environment that balances office presence with remote options.
• Contribute to cutting-edge projects within the telecommunications sector in Port Elizabeth .