Senior Telecoms Network Administrator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Training & development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Telecoms Network Administrator to manage and maintain critical network infrastructure in Nelspruit, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability of all network systems. The role involves system upgrades, troubleshooting, and implementing network policies.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of network administration experience with a focus on telecommunications networks, plus proficiency with Cisco/Juniper equipment and strong TCP/IP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network administration with a telecommunications focus.
• Proficiency with Cisco, Juniper or similar networking equipment.
• Strong TCP/IP knowledge, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, VPNs.
• Networking security best practices including firewalls and IDS.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain telecom network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.
• Monitor performance and security; implement measures to prevent downtime.
• Install, configure, and upgrade network hardware and software.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues; provide timely technical support.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Manage network backups and disaster recovery plans.
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation including diagrams.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Telecoms Network Administrator to manage and maintain their critical network infrastructure in Nelspruit . This role involves ensuring the optimal performance, security, and availability of all network systems, devices, and services. You will be responsible for system upgrades, troubleshooting complex issues, and implementing network policies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network administration and a proactive approach to maintaining a robust and reliable telecommunications environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the company's telecom network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.
• Monitor network performance and security, implementing proactive measures to prevent downtime and breaches.
• Install, configure, and upgrade network hardware and software components.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues, providing timely and effective technical support.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect company assets.
• Manage network backups and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including diagrams and configurations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network administration , with a focus on telecommunications networks.
• Proficiency in managing Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking equipment.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, and VPNs.
• Experience with network security best practices, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Nelspruit .
• Exposure to diverse and challenging telecom network environments.