Senior Systems Administrator

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Administrator to own and maintain the IT infrastructure on-site. You will ensure the stability, performance, and security of servers, networks, and related systems while driving upgrades and best practices.

You will troubleshoot complex issues, implement disaster recovery, and collaborate with teams to support business operations in a growing South African company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration.
• Proficiency with Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash) for automation.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).
• Manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Implement and manage system backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively address potential issues.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for system and network-related problems.
• Ensure the security of IT systems through regular patching, updates, and security best practices.

Skills

Systems administration

Networking concepts

Troubleshooting

PowerShell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Linux

VMware

Hyper-V

Firewalls/VPNs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their IT infrastructure in Soweto . This is an on-site position where you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, stability, and security of servers, networks, and related systems. You will play a key role in system upgrades, troubleshooting complex issues, and implementing best practices for IT operations. This role offers a great opportunity to take ownership of critical systems and contribute to the technological backbone of a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).
• Manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Implement and manage system backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively address potential issues.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for system and network-related problems.
• Ensure the security of IT systems through regular patching, updates, and security best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration.
• Proficiency with Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware , Hyper-V ).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell , Bash ) for automation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• On-site work environment fostering direct team interaction.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Access to modern IT infrastructure and tools.
• A supportive work culture dedicated to operational excellence.