IT Systems Administrator

University of Fort Hare; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

The IT Systems Administrator role in Bloemfontein focuses on managing on-premises servers, storage and network infrastructure with emphasis on security, backups and disaster recovery. The position requires a National Senior Certificate or equivalent, 5 years in IT with at least 3 years as a System Administrator, and MCSA/CCNA along with VMware and VEEAM certifications.

A valid RSA driver’s license with own transport is required.

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF4.
• 5 years IT experience, with minimum 3 years as a System Administrator.
• MCSA and CCNA, plus VMware and VEEAM certifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize on-premises servers, storage, and network infrastructure.
• Manage network components (firewalls, switches, routers, VPNs) with security/compliance focus.
• Run proactive patch management, updates, and troubleshooting to prevent issues.
• Own backup, disaster recovery, and restore processes including regular testing.
• Apply cybersecurity controls and assist with vulnerability assessments and incidents.
• Act as escalation point above Tier 1 for complex infrastructure issues and manage access.

Skills

System Administration

Network Security

Backup & DR

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

National Senior Certificate (NQF4)

5+ years IT experience (min 3 in SysAdmin)

Tools

MCSA

CCNA

VMware

Veeam

RSA Driver's License

Job description

Our esteemed client, within Bloemfontein, is seeking a reliable, results driven IT Systems Administrator to join their dynamic team!

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF4.
• 5 years of experience in an IT environment of which a minimum of 3 years as a System Administrator.
• MCSA and CCNA certification.
• VMWARE and VEEAM certification as well.
• Extensive server, virtualisation, backups and network experience.
• Valid RSA Driver's License with own transport.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimise our on-premises servers, storage, and network infrastructure so that everything stays available, fast and aligned with business requirements.
• Manage network components (Firewalls, switches, routers and VPNs) and cloud resources a strong focus on security and compliance.
• Run proactive patch management, updates, and troubleshooting to prevent issues before they impact the business.
• Own backup, disaster recovery, and restore processes -including regular testing, to protect critical data and meet business opportunity and regulatory requirements.
• Apply cybersecurity controls, assist with vulnerability assessments, and respond to incidents in line with our established procedures and timelines.
• Act as the key escalation point above Tier 1 Support for complex infrastructure issues and manage secure user access, account provisioning, and onboarding/offboarding processes.

Abilities/Competencies/Knowledge

• Results Orientated
• Reporting
• Attention to detail
• Prioritising
• Reliablility
• Coping with pressure