Remote Systems Administrator — Cloud, Security & DR Expert

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Remote-friendly benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly competent Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, security, and performance from a remote location. You will handle server maintenance, user support, network management, and IT policy implementation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with Windows Server, Linux, VMware, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash), and a proactive, autonomous work style to keep critical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of Systems Administrator experience.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Linux, VMware and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain server infrastructure across OSes.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Provide remote technical support for end-users.
• Oversee network infrastructure including firewalls, routers, switches.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Remote work

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, CS or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Linux

VMware

AWS

Azure

PowerShell

Bash

TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly competent Remote Systems Administrator to manage and maintain IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, security, and performance from a remote location. You will handle server maintenance, user support, network management, and IT policy implementation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with Windows Server, Linux, VMware, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash), and a proactive, autonomous work style to keep critical