It Systems Engineer

We Buy Cars : The Car Supermarket; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Gauteng is seeking a talented IT Systems Engineer to manage and secure IT infrastructure. You will ensure efficient IT operations, oversee server management, and handle information security systems. Candidates must have relevant certifications and 3-5 years of experience in IT administration. Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in IT administration.
• Strong knowledge of routing, QoS, VLANs, and firewalls.
• Understanding of IT operations and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all IT infrastructure and systems.
• Ensure operations and new initiatives meet best-practice standards.
• Manage servers and applications including Microsoft and Linux systems.
• Oversee LAN devices like switches and firewalls.
• Monitor WAN links and optimize usage.
• Handle Information Security systems and policies.
• Manage VoIP devices and systems.
• Update IT governance and compliance documentation.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Server management

Networking knowledge

Information security knowledge

VoIP systems

Education

MCP, MCSE, or MCITP certifications

A+ and N+ certifications

CCNA certification

ITIL certification

Matric Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Office 365

Job description

Job Summary : We're looking for a talented IT Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of our IT infrastructure while collaborating with a team of innovative professionals.

If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Management and administration of all IT infrastructure and systems.
• Ensure all operations and new initiatives operate in accordance with prescribed service and quality "best-practice" standards related to installing, testing, optimizing, diagnosing, repairing, upgrading, and maintaining systems.
• Management of servers and applications including Microsoft and Linux based systems.
• Management of LAN devices including switches and firewalls.
• Management of WAN links and WAN partners, including monitoring link usage and WAN optimization.
• Management of Information Security systems and processes, e.g., anti-virus and other endpoint protections and policies.
• Management of VoIP telephone devices and PABX systems.
• Frequent updates and ongoing management of IT governance and compliance, including operations processes and procedures (ITIL) along with documentation such as process flows and network diagrams.
• Provide guidance and input into the design and transition of IT systems and software during the project lifecycle.
• Full ownership of the IT Incident management process.

Qualifications

• MCP, MCSE, or MCITP certifications.
• A+ and N+ certifications.
• CCNA certification.
• ITIL certification.
• Matric Certificate.
• Experience of 3-5 years in IT administration.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and Office 365.
• Networking knowledge, including routing, QoS, VLANs, and firewalls.
• Strong information security knowledge, e.g., endpoint protection, IPS.
• Understanding of IT operations and processes.