Telecom Network Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Remote work options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecom Network Analyst to monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance of the telecom network. The role offers flexibility to work remotely or from the Sandton office, with a focus on identifying trends, diagnosing issues, and recommending improvements to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT/CS and at least 3 years of network analysis experience, with proficiency in SolarWinds, Nagios or Zabbix and a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network analysis or a similar role within the telecommunications industry.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix).
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and network architecture.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance metrics and analyze data to identify bottlenecks and potential issues.
• Generate regular reports on network health, utilization, and KPIs.
• Troubleshoot network problems, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in capacity planning and forecasting based on usage trends.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or technologies for network monitoring and analysis.
• Collaborate with network engineers and operations teams to implement network changes and optimizations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

Zabbix

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Telecom Network Analyst to join their team, offering the flexibility to work remotely or from their office in Sandton . This role is crucial for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing the performance of the company's telecommunications network. You will be responsible for identifying trends, diagnosing issues, and recommending improvements to ensure network efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This position offers a great opportunity for an individual with strong analytical skills to make a tangible impact on the operational success of a major player in the telecom sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance metrics and analyze data to identify bottlenecks and potential issues.
• Generate regular reports on network health, utilization, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Troubleshoot network problems, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in capacity planning and forecasting based on usage trends.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or technologies for network monitoring and analysis.
• Collaborate with network engineers and operations teams to implement network changes and optimizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network analysis or a similar role within the telecommunications industry .
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix).
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and network architecture.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, whether remotely or from our Sandton office.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning options.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in network analysis.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• A challenging and rewarding role contributing to network stability and performance.