Telecommunications Network Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training & development

Exposure to leading telecom network

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Analyst for on-site work in Sandton, Gauteng. The role focuses on monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing a large telecom network, with emphasis on data-driven insights and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–3 years of experience in network analysis, with familiarity in SolarWinds and Nagios. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Telecommunications.
• 1–3 years in network analysis or similar role.
• Familiarity with SolarWinds and Nagios.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance using specialized tools and identify issues.
• Analyze network traffic patterns, capacity utilization, and logs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network problems and provide resolutions.
• Generate regular reports on network performance and availability.
• Assist in planning and implementing network upgrades and maintenance.
• Maintain documentation for network configurations and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers and IT teams to implement improvements.
• Contribute to capacity planning and forecasting for resources.
• Stay updated on network technologies and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the telecommunications sector, is looking for a sharp and analytical Telecommunications Network Analyst to join their team in **Sandton, Gauteng**. This role is vital for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing the performance of our extensive network infrastructure. You will be responsible for identifying trends, troubleshooting issues, and providing data-driven insights to improve network efficiency and reliability. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical aptitude, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. This position requires you to be on-site to work closely with the network operations center and other technical teams, ensuring the seamless operation of our critical communication services.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance using specialized tools, identifying potential issues and bottlenecks.
• Analyze network traffic patterns, capacity utilization, and system logs to detect anomalies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network problems, providing timely and effective resolutions.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, availability, and key metrics.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of network upgrades and maintenance activities.
• Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations and procedures.
• Collaborate with network engineers and IT teams to implement network improvements.
• Contribute to capacity planning and forecasting for network resources.
• Stay updated on network technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in network analysis or a similar technical role.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network devices.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios) and packet analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.
• Opportunities for training and development in advanced networking technologies.
• Exposure to a leading telecommunications network infrastructure.