Senior Remote Network & Systems Admin

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Home office allowance

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly skilled Remote Network and Systems Administrator to join our client’s international IT team. The role is fully remote, supporting a global user base with secure, scalable network and server infrastructure.

You will design, implement, and maintain networks, VPNs, cloud resources (AWS, Azure), and server environments (Windows/Linux), while automating tasks and enforcing security policies. Strong collaboration in a distributed team is essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent work experience in IT.
• 5+ years in network and systems administration.
• Experience configuring Cisco, Juniper hardware and TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
• Proficient with Windows Server and Linux server environments.
• Hands-on with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• Scripting experience in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge and remote team communication.
• Certs like CCNA, MCSE, or AWS Certified SysOps Admin are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain network infrastructure including routers, switches, VPNs.
• Manage server environments: install, configure, patch, and monitor.
• Oversee cloud resources and cost optimization on AWS and Azure.
• Enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Monitor performance, availability, and troubleshoot issues.
• Provide end-user support and IT team assistance.
• Document systems, networks, and procedures.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Automate routine tasks with scripting.
• Stay current with tech trends and propose improvements.

Skills

Network administration

Server administration

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Cybersecurity best practices

TCP/IP DNS DHCP

Remote team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Windows Server

Linux

AWS

Azure

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly skilled Remote Network and Systems Administrator to join our client’s international IT team. The role is fully remote, supporting a global user base with secure, scalable network and server infrastructure.

You will design, implement, and maintain networks, VPNs, cloud resources (AWS, Azure), and server environments (Windows/Linux), while automating tasks and enforcing security policies. Strong collaboration in a distributed team is essential.