Network Operations Engineer

4 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Elitesearch Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year
Senior Network Operations Engineer –  (Hybrid | Illovo, Sandton)
1 day per week remote | Permanent role

My client is a leading enterprise connectivity provider in a hands-on, highly technical role within their Network Operations team. This is your chance to take ownership of core network infrastructure, drive high-availability performance, and influence network architecture and operational strategies.
You'll work on complex, carrier-grade networks, troubleshoot advanced multi-technology environments, and mentor junior engineers — all while enjoying a hybrid work setup (1 day remote per week). This role offers exposure to cutting-edge networking technologies, regulatory compliance (ICASA, POPIA), and professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Why this role is exciting
  • Be the go-to expert for critical network infrastructure and technical delivery.
  • Work on carrier-grade networks with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, and APN services.
  • Lead operational improvements, incident resolution, and knowledge transfer.
  • Enjoy career development and certification support while shaping the future of network operations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver advanced technical support across routers, switches, firewalls, APN services, and wireless access points.
  • Lead network troubleshooting, voice patching, and change management in line with ITIL and best practice frameworks.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.
  • Maintain and enhance technical documentation and operational procedures.
  • Act as a senior escalation point, providing mentorship and leadership within the team.
  • Ensure regulatory and security compliance (ICASA, POPIA, and related standards).
  • Drive continuous improvement and stay ahead of emerging technologies within the telecoms and infrastructure landscape.
Skills & Experience
  • 5 - 7 years relevant experience
  • Advanced knowledge of routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, STP).
  • Strong background in network security (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, threat mitigation).
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet technologies.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex environments (IP, voice, cloud, SD-WAN, hybrid).
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Leadership mindset with mentoring experience and a passion for operational excellence.
  • Bonus: Experience with APN, RADIUS, and automation scripting.
Qualifications (Advantageous)
  • CCNP / CCIE, JNCIA / JNCIP, ITIL Foundation
  • Certifications in Security (CISSP, Fortinet NSE) or Cloud Networking (Veeam, VMware)
What You'll Deliver
  • Reliable, high-availability network and hosting environments
  • SLA-aligned incident resolution and service delivery
  • Clear documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
  • Continuous improvement of network performance and processes
If you're a driven Infrastructure Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys working on cutting-edge enterprise networks, we'd love to hear from you.

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