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    Remote IT & Network Specialist

    • Remote
      • Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
      • Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
      • Carletonville, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Cardock, Eastern Cape, South Africa
      • Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
      • East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
      • George, Western Cape, South Africa
      • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa
      • Klerksdorp, North-West, South Africa
      • Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
      • New Castle, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
      • Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
      • Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
      • Port Saint Johns, Eastern Cape, South Africa
      • Port Shepstone, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
      • Potchefstroom, North-West, South Africa
      • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Richards Bay, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
      • Rustenburg, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa
      • Welkom, Free State, South Africa
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    • ZAR 20,000 - ZAR 25,000 per month
    • Infrastructure

    Lead critical infrastructure projects, solve real-world tech challenges, and support dynamic clients in fast-paced, high-impact environments.

    Job description

    Remote IT & Network Specialist

    Are you a seasoned IT & Network Specialist ready to elevate your career in a dynamic, remote-first environment? We're seeking a proactive and self-motivated professional to lead and optimize our network and IT systems, ensuring top-tier performance and security while working UK hours. 

    What You’ll be Doing:

    • Dive into advanced technical troubleshooting for both Windows and Linux environments.

    • Proactively manage and fine-tune key cloud platforms such as Office 365, Redstor, and Barracuda—supporting both internal and client systems.

    • Design and maintain detailed network schematics, ensuring accurate documentation is in place, shared and always up to date 

    • Lead or assist in delivering infrastructure and cloud implementation projects, from planning through to execution.

    • Support the Department Head and play a key role in shaping the future of our IT department.

    • Research and propose new technologies and tools that can improve client solutions and system performance.

    • Regularly test failover systems to ensure rock-solid infrastructure uptime.

    • Be a reliable point of contact for client interactions—both written and verbal—with a friendly, solutions-first approach.

    • Flex your schedule when needed to meet client demands, including occasional evenings and weekends.

     Who You Are:

    • A proactive, solutions-oriented IT professional with a strong grip on networking, operating systems, and cloud tech.

    • Confident in both independent work and team collaboration.

    • Passionate about technology, with a mindset of continuous learning and improvement.

    • Comfortable supporting clients in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

     What’s In It for You:

    • 40 days of annual leave – because work-life balance matters.

    • A fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy.

    • A vibrant team environment that values innovation, respect, and growth.

    • The opportunity to work on meaningful, challenging projects that make a difference.

    Job requirements

    • Minimum of 3 years experience in a 3rd Line Support role.

    • Certification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar field is an advantage.

    • Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, virtualisation technology, and cloud-based platforms, both endpoint and server.

    • Previous experience designing and configuring network infrastructures for medium to large-scale organisations.

    • Previous experience with server products from manufacturers like Dell, HP, or Lenovo.

    • Experience with a wide range of networking technologies, such as LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and DNS.

    • Sound knowledge of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, WAN, and FTTP/FTTC.

    • Demonstrated understanding of router, switch, and access point configurations and diagnostics.

    • Self-motivated with effective initiative and accountability to maintain the highest standards of support.

    • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

    • Proactive attitude to support and a desire to resolve issues before they become problems 

    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with clients in a professional and courteous manner.

    • Certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or ITIL are highly desirable.

    • Work UK business hours (08:30 – 17:00 GMT/BST) with occasional flexibility for after-hours support.

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