IT Administrator

ikeja; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Provident fund

Group risk cover

Wellness platform

Job summary

ikeja is seeking a proactive Mid Level IT Administrator to join its technical operations team. You will implement, administer, secure, maintain and troubleshoot a diverse IT environment including cloud services, firewalls, Linux servers and virtualization infrastructure.

You will provide Level 2/3 support, manage backups, disaster recovery tests and contribute to upgrades, automation and documentation. Strong independent and collaborative skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant IT administration experience.
• Experience managing enterprise IT environments.
• Hands-on with Google Workspace, M365, Entra ID, FortiGate, Windows Server, Active Directory, Mimecast, VMware vSphere, UniFi and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT infrastructure across Google Workspace, M365, Azure/Entra ID and Windows Server environments.
• Administer user access, security policies, MFA and permissions.

Skills

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

FortiGate

Windows Server

Active Directory

Mimecast

VMware vSphere

UniFi

Linux administration

Networking basics

Security fundamentals

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary IT qualification (advantageous)

Tools

FortiGate

VMware vSphere

UniFi

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

Active Directory

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Mid Level IT Administrator to join our technical operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, administration, security, maintenance and troubleshooting of a diverse IT environment comprising cloud services, cybersecurity platforms, firewalls, servers, virtualization infrastructure, access control systems, CCTV platforms, wireless networks and Linux servers. This role requires a strong technical foundation, a security-first mindset, excellent troubleshooting ability and the capacity to manage multiple systems and projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in enterprise IT administration and will be comfortable working independently while collaborating with internal teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support the company's IT infrastructure across Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID and Windows Server environments.
• Administer and maintain user access, identities, security policies, MFA and permissions.
• Manage and troubleshoot email security and continuity solutions, including Mimecast.
• Configure, maintain and support FortiGate firewalls, VPNs and network security.
• Support virtual server infrastructure, including VMware environments and virtual machines.
• Manage and maintain wireless networks, including Ubiquiti UniFi infrastructure.
• Support and troubleshoot Linux and Windows Server environments.
• Maintain and support CCTV and biometric access-control systems.
• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 technical support, resolving complex infrastructure and security-related incidents.
• Perform system health checks, preventative maintenance, backups, security reviews and disaster recovery testing.
• Contribute to infrastructure upgrades, migrations, automation and other IT projects.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and identify opportunities to improve and standardise IT systems.

Required Experience and Technical Competencies

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in IT administration, systems engineering, or a similar infrastructure role.
• Proven hands-on experience managing enterprise IT environments.
• Demonstrable experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, FortiGate, Windows Server, Active Directory, Mimecast, VMware vSphere, UniFi and Linux administration.
• Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, NAT, firewalls and VPN technologies.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, identity protection, least privilege, logging, incident investigation, vulnerability reduction and secure configuration management.
• Ability to diagnose complex, cross-platform issues methodically and independently.
• Qualifications: Minimum of a matric certificate (Grade 12).
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field is advantageous but not essential.
• Equivalent practical experience and relevant industry certifications will be considered.

Preferred Certifications

• Fortinet FCP / FCSS or equivalent Fortinet certification
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• CompTIA Security+ and/or Network+
• Linux Professional Institute (LPI) certification
• Relevant Google Workspace administration certification

Key Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability
• Security-conscious and detail-oriented
• Professional, reliable and accountable
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Strong user-service orientation
• Highly organised and self-motivated
• Able to prioritise and work calmly under pressure
• Committed to learning and continuous improvement

The opportunity to grow both in your personal and professional capacity.

Benefits

• Health insurance and provident fund.
• Group risk cover.
• Access to an online wellness platform, providing free and confidential support from licensed therapists.

Closing date: 15 September 2026 Should you not hear from us within 14 working days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.