Senior Telecoms Network Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Career progression

Professional certifications

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Specialist for our client in Benoni. You will manage, optimize, and secure the telecoms network, tackling complex issues and leading strategic planning in a hybrid role.

The role requires 7+ years in telecoms network management, strong IP networking knowledge, and the ability to mentor others while delivering high reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of telecoms network management and operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of MPLS, BGP, OSPF and network hardware.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and IP telecom systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of the core telecoms network.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for incidents.
• Implement network upgrades, configuration changes and new services.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior network specialists and technicians.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecoms technologies and industry trends.

Skills

MPLS

BGP

OSPF

IP Networking

Network Security

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecoms Network Specialist to join their team in Benoni. This role is pivotal in managing, optimizing, and securing the company's telecommunications network infrastructure. You will be involved in complex projects, troubleshooting intricate network issues, and implementing advanced solutions to enhance performance and reliability. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on greater responsibility and contribute to strategic network planning within the telecoms sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of the core telecoms network.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network incidents.
• Implement network upgrades, configuration changes, and new service deployments.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior network specialists and technicians.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecoms technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in telecoms network management and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., MPLS, BGP, OSPF) and network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
• Strong understanding of IP networking and telecommunications systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work flexibility offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional certifications.
• Engaging work on complex telecoms infrastructure projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Benoni.