IT Infrastructure & Cloud Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary with incentives

Professional development

Health benefits

Exposure to leading tech firms

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT Infrastructure and Cloud Recruitment Specialist for a remote-first role. You will identify top talent in IT infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and networks and partner with leading tech companies to deliver high-calibre candidates.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical understanding with expert sourcing and stakeholder collaboration to drive digital transformation. Remote work offers flexibility and exposure to top projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT recruitment with infrastructure and cloud focus.
• Proven track record recruiting for Cloud, Network, Security roles.
• Strong knowledge of AWS/Azure/GCP and virtualization concepts.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and interview IT infrastructure and cloud candidates.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Build relationships with IT professionals and hiring managers.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from first contact to onboarding.
• Stay updated on cloud platforms and cybersecurity trends.

Skills

IT recruitment

Sourcing strategies

ATS proficiency

Cloud & infra knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

ATS systems

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Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a specialized IT Infrastructure and Cloud Recruitment Specialist to join their innovative team, with the flexibility of a remote-first approach. This role is crucial for identifying and attracting top talent in the rapidly evolving fields of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and network engineering. You will partner with leading technology companies to understand their complex technical needs and deliver exceptional candidates who can drive digital transformation. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical understanding, excellent sourcing strategies, and a passion for building high-performing IT teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the technological backbone of businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for IT infrastructure and cloud-related roles (e.g., Cloud Engineers, Network Administrators, System Administrators, DevOps Engineers, Cybersecurity Analysts).
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates in competitive tech markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and subject matter experts.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to deeply understand technical requirements, team dynamics, and company culture.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial candidate contact to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and cybersecurity trends.
• Provide market intelligence on IT talent availability, salary benchmarks, and industry best practices.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation.
• Collaborate with the wider recruitment team to share market insights and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT recruitment, with a strong focus on infrastructure and cloud technologies.
• Proven track record of recruiting for roles such as Cloud Architect, Network Engineer, Systems Administrator, Cybersecurity Specialist, etc.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), virtualization, networking concepts, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex requisitions simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge technology companies and projects.
• Comprehensive professional development and training programs.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Exposure to a wide spectrum of IT infrastructure and cloud roles.
• Contribution to a dynamic and forward-thinking recruitment consultancy.
• Health and wellness benefits.