Wireless Network Architect — Hybrid, Enterprise-Grade

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Training and certification support

Leave provisions and wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Wireless Network Administrator to design, deploy, and manage enterprise wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi and cellular systems. You will monitor performance, implement security, and collaborate with IT to integrate wireless with wired networks, in a hybrid Durban-based role.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years' experience, strong Wi‑Fi knowledge, and enterprise wireless hands-on skills with Meraki/Aruba/Ubiquiti. Certifications like CWNA/CCNA Wireless are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT/related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in wireless network administration.
• Strong knowledge of 802.11 standards and RF principles.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise wireless solutions (Meraki/Aruba/Ubiquiti).
• Certifications CWNA or CCNA Wireless are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and manage enterprise wireless networks (Wi‑Fi, cellular).
• Monitor performance, address coverage, capacity and interference issues.
• Implement and maintain wireless security protocols (WPA2/WPA3, RADIUS).
• Configure access points, controllers and network devices.
• Plan wireless upgrades and expansions; troubleshoot complex problems.
• Collaborate with IT to integrate wireless with wired infrastructure.
• Maintain documentation for configurations and procedures.
• Provide user and staff training on wireless usage best practices.

Skills

Wi-Fi standards knowledge (802.11a/b/g

Enterprise wireless solutions

Network security concepts

RF principles

Network monitoring

LTE/5G knowledge

CWNA/CCNA Wireless certs

Analytical and communication skills

Hybrid team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Aruba

Ubiquiti

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Wireless Network Administrator to design, deploy, and manage enterprise wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi and cellular systems. You will monitor performance, implement security, and collaborate with IT to integrate wireless with wired networks, in a hybrid Durban-based role.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years' experience, strong Wi‑Fi knowledge, and enterprise wireless hands-on skills with Meraki/Aruba/Ubiquiti. Certifications like CWNA/CCNA Wireless are a plus.