Telecom Network Administrator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Paid time off and holidays

On-site facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp invites an experienced Telecom Network Administrator to join our on-site team. You will manage and maintain our network infrastructure, monitor performance, and ensure stability, security, and optimal operation of telecom systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on network management, incident resolution, and thorough documentation, requiring 3–5 years of telecom experience and a degree in IT or CS. This full-time position is based at our Klerksdorp office with on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in IT/CS or related field.
• 3–5 years in telecom network administration or similar role.
• Proficiency with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and network hardware.
• Experience with SolarWinds or PRTG for monitoring.
• Knowledge of network security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and identify bottlenecks.
• Perform regular maintenance and security patches.
• Respond to and resolve network incidents promptly.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and documentation.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

Network monitoring tools

Security best practices

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and dedicated Telecom Network Administrator to manage and maintain their vital network infrastructure. This position is based in our Klerksdorp office and requires on-site presence to ensure the seamless operation of our telecommunications systems. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, monitoring, and support of the network, ensuring its stability, security, and optimal performance. This role is critical to supporting our business operations and requires a hands-on approach to network management. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and a commitment to maintaining a reliable network environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency.
• Perform regular network maintenance, updates, and security patches.
• Respond to and resolve network incidents and service requests promptly.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate network documentation and diagrams.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in telecom network administration or a similar role.
• Proficiency with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and network hardware.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG).
• Knowledge of network security best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• On-site work environment with access to modern facilities.