Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

Kontak Recruitment; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 616 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer in Bellville. This role involves managing a hybrid IT infrastructure across on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Information Technology, at least 5 years of applicable experience, and strong skills in server administration and networking. Responsibilities include server deployments, network configuration, and providing support for incidents. A competitive salary of R616,000 per annum is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in IT infrastructure.
• Strong practical experience in server administration, virtualization, and networking.
• Experience in enterprise or regulated IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain Windows and Linux servers in hybrid environments.
• Configure and support networking across LAN, WAN, and VPN.
• Manage Azure services and integrate with on-premises infrastructure.

Skills

Server administration

Virtualization

Networking

Documentation skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Diploma or Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Windows Server

Linux

HP Server Infrastructure

VEEAM Backup

Job description

Overview

Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer required in Bellville.

The IT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for configuring, supporting, and maintaining the hybrid IT infrastructure environment, which spans on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms. The role focuses on stability, performance, security, and availability of infrastructure services, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, upgrades, and disaster recovery readiness.

This role suits an experienced infrastructure engineer who is technically hands-on, comfortable operating in an enterprise environment, and able to take ownership of complex infrastructure components.

Location: Tygervalley, Cape Town.

Salary: R616 000 per annum

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or a related field
• Minimum of 5 year’s experience
• Strong practical experience in server administration, virtualization, and networking
• Exposure to enterprise or regulated IT environments
• Familiarity with ITSM practices (Incident, Problem, Change Management)
• Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills
• Certifications (Advantageous, not mandatory)
  • ITIL
  • Microsoft Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305)
  • HP or Aruba Networking certifications
  • Linux certifications (LPIC-1, RHCSA)
  • Cisco CCNA or CCNP (beneficial but not essential)

Technical Experience:

• Windows and Linux Server Administration
• HP Server and Blade Infrastructure
• Storage Technologies (HPE, Fibre Channel advantageous)
• Hyper-V and Failover Clustering
• LAN, WAN, VPN networking
• Microsoft Active Directory, Azure AD, DNS
• Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online
• Remote Desktop Services
• IP Telephony and VoIP environments
• VEEAM Backup and Recovery
• TCP/IP networking fundamentals
• Perimeter and network security concepts

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hybrid Infrastructure Operations
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers across on-premises and Microsoft Azure environments.
  • Administer HP server and blade infrastructure, including associated storage technologies.
  • Manage Hyper-V environments, including clustering and failover configurations.
  • Perform server patching, firmware updates, and upgrades in line with IT standards and change processes.
  • Monitor infrastructure performance and proactively address capacity, availability, and performance risks.
• Network Infrastructure
  • Configure and support LAN, WAN, VPN, and internet connectivity.
  • Administer HP / Aruba network switches and assist with perimeter and internal network segmentation.
  • Configure and manage Azure networking components, including VNets and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
  • Support hybrid connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments (VPN and ExpressRoute).
  • Collaborate with security teams to ensure network compliance and resilience.
• Cloud & Microsoft Services
  • Support integration between on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft Azure services.
  • Administer Active Directory, Azure AD, DNS, and Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint Online and Remote Desktop Services.
  • Contribute to cloud migration, optimisation, and modernisation initiatives.
• Backup, Recovery & Continuity
  • Implement and manage VEEAM backup and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Perform backup verification and recovery testing.
  • Participate in, or lead (for senior level), disaster recovery testing initiatives.
• Support & Escalation
  • Provide 2nd and 3rd line support for infrastructure-related incidents.
  • Participate in standby and after-hours support as required.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and contribute to problem management and service improvement.
• Documentation & Collaboration
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation, including SOPs, system diagrams, and configuration records.
  • Report on infrastructure health, risks, and capacity to management.
  • Senior-level candidates will mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.