Junior Systems Engineer

LINKFIELDS INNOVATIONS (PTY) LTD; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is looking for a Junior Systems Engineer to design and implement information systems while ensuring robust security measures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in M365 and cloud computing, alongside excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Experience with device management tools is essential for this role, which offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with clear growth potential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of system engineering experience required.
• Industry certification in Microsoft Azure / 365 Administrator Associate is preferred.
• Familiarity with coding languages for scripting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement information systems and networks.
• Conduct research into systems issues and products as needed.
• Identify vulnerabilities and enhance endpoint security.

Skills

Research ability

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in IT or Computer Science

Tools

M365

Azure Cloud Computing

VMWare

Veeam

Intune

AutoPilot

SCCM

Powershell

Job description

Experience in the design, development, and implementation of information systems and networks.

Experience with information systems planning, security principles, and general software

Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.

Mastery of M365 with entry-level skills in Azure Cloud Computing, VMWare, and Veeam

An understanding of M365 Mail Exchange Online and Mimecast securing email systems for email

spam filtering will be beneficial.

An understanding of Device Management tools such as Intune, AutoPilot, and SCCM

Experience in identifying vulnerabilities and configuring systems to enhance endpoint security

posture.

Knowledge of coding languages for scripting will be advantageous (e.g. Powershell)

Qualifications required :

The Junior Systems Engineer must have at least 3 - 5 years of system engineering experience, with

the following qualifications :

Tertiary qualification in IT, or Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field highly

Industry certification to Microsoft Azure / 365 Administrator Associate or equivalent.

Personal attributes

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.

Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.

Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.

Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.