Senior Telecom Systems Administrator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Hybrid work environment

Company-provided laptop

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Systems Administrator for a major telecommunications provider in East London, Eastern Cape. You will maintain servers, network devices, and telecom platforms, handling installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance to maximize uptime and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems administration focused on telecommunications, with Windows and Linux expertise, strong networking skills (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs), and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years as a Systems Administrator with telecommunications focus.
• Proficiency in Windows and Linux server environments; strong networking knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain telecommunications systems, servers, and related hardware.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize for reliability and efficiency.
• Perform regular backups and disaster recovery planning.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

Networking

VPNs

PowerShell

Bash

VMware

Hyper-V

PBX

VoIP

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

PBX systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant telecommunications provider in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking a highly capable Senior Telecom Systems Administrator. This role is integral to maintaining the operational health and performance of our client's diverse telecommunications systems, including servers, network devices, and specialized telecom platforms. You will be responsible for system installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. The ideal candidate is meticulous, possesses strong technical skills across various operating systems and network protocols, and has a solid understanding of the telecom infrastructure landscape. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned administrator to contribute to a vital service provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain telecommunications systems, servers (Linux/Windows), and related hardware.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery planning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network issues promptly.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Implement and maintain system security measures to protect against unauthorized access and threats.
• Administer and support various telecommunications software applications and databases.
• Collaborate with network engineers and other IT staff to ensure seamless integration and operation.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, operational procedures, and technical guides.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies relevant to telecommunications systems administration.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Systems Administrator, with a focus on telecommunications infrastructure.
• Proficiency in managing both Windows and Linux server environments.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with telecommunications hardware and software (e.g., PBX systems, VoIP, network management tools).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and relevant technical certifications.
• Key role in maintaining essential telecom services in East London .
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.
• Company-provided laptop and necessary software.
• Retirement savings plan.