Remote Aviation Systems Administrator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office stipend

Technology allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Remote Aviation Systems Administrator to manage and maintain critical IT infrastructure supporting global aviation operations. This fully remote role ensures the stability, security, and performance of aviation software systems, networks, and databases across dispersed teams.

You will monitor, troubleshoot, back up, and update systems; implement robust security; provide end-user support from various locations; collaborate with development teams and document

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems administration with IT infrastructure and networks.
• Proven experience administering cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtual environments.
• Proficiency in network protocols, cybersecurity best practices, and data management.
• Excellent remote troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain aviation-specific software systems, databases, and network infrastructure.
• Implement and manage robust security measures to protect sensitive aviation data and systems.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for end-users across remote locations.
• Perform regular system backups, disaster recovery planning, and system updates.
• Collaborate with software development teams to test and deploy new system features and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and user guides.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and self-motivated Remote Aviation Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their critical IT infrastructure supporting global aviation operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of all aviation-related software systems, networks, and databases. This role requires a proactive approach to system monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization, ensuring seamless digital operations for our dispersed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain aviation-specific software systems, databases, and network infrastructure.
• Implement and manage robust security measures to protect sensitive aviation data and systems.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for end-users across various remote locations.
• Perform regular system backups, disaster recovery planning, and system updates.
• Collaborate with software development teams to test and deploy new system features and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and user guides.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems administration, with a strong focus on IT infrastructure and network management.
• Proven experience administering cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtual environments.
• Proficiency in network protocols, cybersecurity best practices, and data management.
• Excellent remote troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with remote teams.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A flexible, remote-first work culture that values autonomy and collaboration.