Remote Systems Administrator

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Continuous learning & certifications

Dynamic virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain IT infrastructure from anywhere. You will oversee servers, networks, and applications, ensuring stability, security, and performance with a strong focus on remote operations.

You will deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and support users remotely, leveraging expertise in Windows Server, Linux, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator with remote management.
• Strong expertise in Windows Server and Linux environments, virtualization, and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Proficiency in scripting for automation (PowerShell, Bash).
• Excellent troubleshooting and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) including OS, storage, and backups.
• Monitor performance, availability, and security; implement proactive measures.
• Install, configure, and upgrade OS and application software across the network.
• Provide remote user support; troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.

Skills

Windows & Linux

Virtualization

Networking basics

Scripting

Remote administration

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Windows Server

Linux

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their IT infrastructure from anywhere, supporting operations that may include locations like Paarl. This role is pivotal for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of all IT systems, including servers, networks, and applications. You will be responsible for system deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and user support, all executed remotely. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in system administration, exceptional problem-solving capabilities, and thrives in a fully remote, collaborative environment, ensuring robust IT operations without a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) including operating systems, storage, and backups.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, implementing proactive measures to prevent issues.
• Install, configure, and upgrade operating systems and application software across the network.
• Provide remote technical support to users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure data security.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role, with a strong emphasis on remote management.
• Expertise in Windows Server, Linux environments, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex technical problems remotely.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting, supporting diverse geographical needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work position, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.