Senior Server & Storage Engineer: Enterprise IT Automation

American International School Of Johannesburg; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international school in Gauteng seeks a Senior Server and Systems Engineer to manage enterprise server systems and mentor the IT support team. This role involves planning, implementing, and automating data server and storage systems, ensuring high levels of uptime. Candidates should possess a BSc in Computer Science and relevant certifications, with a strong background in managing complex networks and security. Excellent communication and project management skills are required for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience with enterprise server and storage systems.
• Proven expertise in managing network servers and storage solutions.
• Experience in project managing the implementation of enterprise technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of enterprise network servers.
• Manage backups and server logs across multiple sites.
• Ensure systems comply with best practice security standards.
• Oversee anti-virus management across the enterprise.

Skills

Data server management

Automation using PowerShell

Active Directory management

Cyber security skills

Project management

Education

BSc degree in Computer Science or relevant field

ITIL MCP, MCSE, MCITP or related certificates

Tools

Microsoft Active Directory

Hyper-V

Sophos

Veeam

Office 365

Job description

A prominent international school in Gauteng seeks a Senior Server and Systems Engineer to manage enterprise server systems and mentor the IT support team. This role involves planning, implementing, and automating data server and storage systems, ensuring high levels of uptime. Candidates should possess a BSc in Computer Science and relevant certifications, with a strong background in managing complex networks and security. Excellent communication and project management skills are required for success in this position.