System Administrator

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Paid time off

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous System Administrator to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure in East London. The role ensures smooth operation, security, and reliability of computer systems, networks, and servers, including installation, configuration, and support of critical IT infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in system administration, experience with Windows Server and Linux, networking (TCP/IP/DNS/DHCP), virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), and a commitment to high-level

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years as a System Administrator or in IT support.
• Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux environments.
• Experience with network configuration and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and network devices.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot uptime issues.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Apply security updates and best practices to infrastructure.
• Provide end-user technical support and resolve hardware/software problems.
• Maintain system documentation and network diagrams.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

Networking

Virtualization

Security best practices

Backup & DR

User & access management

Technical support

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive System Administrator to manage and maintain their IT infrastructure in East London . This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation, security, and reliability of the company's computer systems, networks, and servers. You will be responsible for installing, configuring, and supporting critical IT infrastructure, as well as troubleshooting hardware and software issues. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to providing high-level IT support within a dynamic business environment. This position offers a stable role within a company that values its IT operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, operating systems, and network devices.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and efficiency.
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Ensure the security of the IT infrastructure through regular updates, patches, and security best practices.
• Provide technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software problems.
• Maintain IT documentation, including system configurations and network diagrams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience as a System Administrator or in a similar IT support role.
• Proficiency in managing Windows Server and/or Linux environments.
• Experience with network configuration and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a stable IT infrastructure.
• Health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Paid time off and company holidays.