Senior System Administrator — Windows/Linux | Upington IT

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Stable local environment in Upington

IT operations security

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a meticulous System Administrator to manage the company’s IT infrastructure. You will install, configure, and maintain servers, uphold performance, and ensure security.

The role requires strong Windows Server and Linux knowledge, experience with virtualization, Active Directory, and network security best practices. You will document procedures and provide end-user support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a System Administrator or in a similar IT support role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration and Linux operating systems.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Familiarity with Active Directory, Group Policy, and other essential IT services.
• Understanding of network protocols and security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).
• Manage system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
• Implement and maintain system security measures, including patch management and user access control.
• Perform regular backups and disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Provide technical support for system-related issues to end-users.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and policies.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

Active Directory

Group Policy

Networking

Troubleshooting

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a meticulous System Administrator to manage the company’s IT infrastructure. You will install, configure, and maintain servers, uphold performance, and ensure security.

The role requires strong Windows Server and Linux knowledge, experience with virtualization, Active Directory, and network security best practices. You will document procedures and provide end-user support.