Senior Systems Administrator (12 Month Contract)

Network1; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to oversee IT infrastructure, ensuring security controls and compliance with governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in IT operations, including server management and networking, with a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology. The role demands strong technical leadership and the ability to manage the IT asset life cycle effectively.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IT operations, including server management, networking, storage and backup systems.
• Experience with design and implementation of new and replacement IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for ensuring adequate IT, cyber and information security controls.
• Provide guidance and technical leadership to system administrators and support staff.
• Manage the IT asset life cycle for both software and hardware.

Skills

Computer Science

Active Directory

PowerShell

Windows

Linux

Technical Support

SCCM

Troubleshoot

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology

Job description

Senior Systems Administrator will be responsible for the IT infrastructure, including data centers, networks, servers and devices.

Provides technical leadership, plans, coordinates and manages maintenance, support and life‑cycle management of the IT infrastructure to meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for ensuring adequate IT, cyber and information security controls are in place.
• Comply with the company IT governance and strategy and achieve IT best practice standards.
• Provide guidance and technical leadership to the system administrators and support staff.
• Adhere to and enforce the IT governance framework and ensure teams are compliant at all times.
• Manage the IT asset life cycle (both software and hardware).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in IT operations, including server management, networking, storage and backup systems.
• Experience with design and implementation of new and replacement IT infrastructure.

Key Skills

• Computer Science, Active Directory, Computer Information Technology, PowerShell, OS, Windows, Database, SCCM, Linux, SAN, Troubleshoot, Backup, Setup, Technical Support, UNIX

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

8+ years

Vacancy

1

Contact

Monica de Wet

Senior Recruitment Consultant

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