Hybrid System Administrator: Windows/Linux & Networking

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth and certifications

Modern IT equipment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a meticulous System Administrator to manage an IT infrastructure. The hybrid role combines on-site responsibilities with remote work, ensuring server and network stability while supporting end-users.

You will install and upgrade systems, implement security measures, and contribute to disaster recovery planning. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in IT, strong Windows/Linux skills, and virtualization experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years as a System Administrator or similar IT role.
• Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux environments.
• Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and security best practices.
• Experience with virtualization and cloud platforms a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server OSes and related apps.
• Manage network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs.
• Monitor performance; identify issues; implement proactive fixes.
• Enforce IT security policies; manage access controls; backups; DR plans.
• Provide end-user support for hardware, software, and network problems.

Skills

System administration

Windows Server

Linux

Networking

VMware

Hyper-V

Security best practices

Backups

Troubleshooting

End-user support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

DNS

DHCP

VPNs

Backup tools (e.g., Veeam)

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a meticulous System Administrator to manage an IT infrastructure. The hybrid role combines on-site responsibilities with remote work, ensuring server and network stability while supporting end-users.

You will install and upgrade systems, implement security measures, and contribute to disaster recovery planning. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in IT, strong Windows/Linux skills, and virtualization experience.