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Network administrator

Stratogo

South AfricaFull-timeOn-site

About the role

Role: Network Administrator

Key requirements (explicit from brief):

- Minimum ~10 years' experience in networking / systems administration.

- Certifications listed: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ (N+), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA). Verify copies during screening.

Responsibilities (to be confirmed with client during intake):

- Manage, configure and maintain network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls).

- Monitor network performance, capacity planning and implement improvements.

- Troubleshoot network and connectivity issues; provide 2nd/3rd line support.

- Perform patching, backups and routine maintenance for networked systems and servers.

- Maintain documentation of network topology, configurations and change logs.

- Work with security best practices and liaise with other IT teams for projects.

Candidate screening notes for recruiters:

- Confirm exact technologies/brands (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, etc.) and depth of experience.

- Confirm whether role is focused more on networking or includes Windows server administration given MCSE/MCSA certs.

- Validate the 10 years' experience and current, in-date certifications; request certificate evidence.

- Clarify job nature (permanent/contract), location (onsite/remote/hybrid), salary range and number of positions with client before advertising.

- Ask about required DBS or security clearance if role is for sensitive environment.

Other internal notes: only minimal brief provided; arrange client call to gather full spec, reporting line, team size, technologies in use, and interview process/timelines.

Published 2026/10/19 · Reference jd-21bf8fa3f04cb1104e098326b2250940