Telecoms Network Administrator — Remote & Growth Path

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Remote-friendly

Generous annual leave

Tech access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecoms Network Administrator in Centurion to manage and maintain a robust telecom network. The role focuses on ensuring uptime, security, and performance across core network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.

You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive upgrades while coordinating with IT teams and vendors. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in telecom network administration, strong TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, VPNs, and security expertise,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of network administration experience in the telecommunications sector.
• Proficiency in configuring network devices from vendors such as Cisco or Juniper.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with network monitoring tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, or Zabbix.
• Knowledge of network security best practices and vulnerability management.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or CCNP are advantages.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain day-to-day operations of the telecommunications network, including servers, routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues to ensure optimal uptime.
• Implement and manage network security measures, including access controls, IDS, and VPNs.
• Perform regular system updates, patching, and backups for data integrity and security.
• Install and configure new network hardware and software as required.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Respond to and resolve network incidents and service requests promptly.
• Collaborate with IT teams and vendors to resolve complex issues and plan upgrades.
• Ensure adherence to IT policies and best practices for network administration.

Skills

Network administration

TCP/IP

DNS/DHCP

VPNs

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Zabbix

Cisco IOS

Juniper JUNOS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecoms Network Administrator in Centurion to manage and maintain a robust telecom network. The role focuses on ensuring uptime, security, and performance across core network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.

You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive upgrades while coordinating with IT teams and vendors. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in telecom network administration, strong TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, VPNs, and security expertise,