Remote Systems Administrator

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Health benefits

Learning & certs

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain IT infrastructure from anywhere, supporting operations across locations. You will handle deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and user support remotely to ensure robust IT operations.

The role requires expertise in Windows Server, Linux, virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms, with strong problem-solving and communication in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator with strong remote management.
• Expertise in Windows Server and Linux environments, virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPNs.
• Proficient in scripting for automation (PowerShell, Bash).
• Excellent troubleshooting and ability to work independently in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) including operating systems, storage, and backups.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, implementing proactive measures to prevent issues.
• Install, configure, and upgrade operating systems and application software across the network.
• Provide remote technical support to users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure data security.

Skills

Remote systems administration

Windows Server

Linux environments

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs)

Automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their IT infrastructure from anywhere, supporting operations that may include locations like Paarl. This role is pivotal for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of all IT systems, including servers, networks, and applications. You will be responsible for system deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and user support, all executed remotely. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in system administration, exceptional problem-solving capabilities, and thrives in a fully remote, collaborative environment, ensuring robust IT operations without a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) including operating systems, storage, and backups.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, implementing proactive measures to prevent issues.
• Install, configure, and upgrade operating systems and application software across the network.
• Provide remote technical support to users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure data security.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role, with a strong emphasis on remote management.
• Expertise in Windows Server, Linux environments, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex technical problems remotely.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting, supporting diverse geographical needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work position, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.