Senior IT Systems Administrator (Security & Infrastructure)

University of Fort Hare; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

The IT Systems Administrator role in Bloemfontein focuses on managing on-premises servers, storage and network infrastructure with emphasis on security, backups and disaster recovery. The position requires a National Senior Certificate or equivalent, 5 years in IT with at least 3 years as a System Administrator, and MCSA/CCNA along with VMware and VEEAM certifications.

A valid RSA driver’s license with own transport is required.

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF4.
• 5 years IT experience, with minimum 3 years as a System Administrator.
• MCSA and CCNA, plus VMware and VEEAM certifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize on-premises servers, storage, and network infrastructure.
• Manage network components (firewalls, switches, routers, VPNs) with security/compliance focus.
• Run proactive patch management, updates, and troubleshooting to prevent issues.
• Own backup, disaster recovery, and restore processes including regular testing.
• Apply cybersecurity controls and assist with vulnerability assessments and incidents.
• Act as escalation point above Tier 1 for complex infrastructure issues and manage access.

Skills

System Administration

Network Security

Backup & DR

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

National Senior Certificate (NQF4)

5+ years IT experience (min 3 in SysAdmin)

Tools

MCSA

CCNA

VMware

Veeam

RSA Driver's License

Job description

The IT Systems Administrator role in Bloemfontein focuses on managing on-premises servers, storage and network infrastructure with emphasis on security, backups and disaster recovery. The position requires a National Senior Certificate or equivalent, 5 years in IT with at least 3 years as a System Administrator, and MCSA/CCNA along with VMware and VEEAM certifications.

A valid RSA driver’s license with own transport is required.