Network Specialist (General) Salary in South Africa

Network Specialist (General) positions in South Africa offer attractive compensation packages averaging R40 000 monthly. Salary expectations range from R20 743 to R377 731 monthly, depending on experience and qualifications. This it profession benefits from 5% industry growth and maintains high market demand for skilled professionals.

Network Specialist (General) Salary Breakdown

A professional focusing on the overarching aspects of network infrastructure, including design, implementation, and maintenance. This role ensures the robust and secure operation of an organization's connectivity solutions, adapting to the evolving digital landscape in South Africa.

Salary Component	Amount (Monthly)
Minimum Salary	R20 743
Average Salary	R40 000
Maximum Salary	R377 731
Category	IT
Growth Rate	5%
Market Demand	High

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Proven experience in network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, and routers.

Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP), network security principles, and operating systems.

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for network issues.

Ability to monitor network performance and implement optimisation strategies.

Good communication skills for liaising with users and IT teams.

Understanding of data backup and recovery procedures.

Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (preferred).

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