About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to join our team in Malelane, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operating systems, networking protocols, and virtualization technologies, with a proven track record of maintaining optimal system performance and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain operating systems, software and hardware components
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Implement security measures to protect systems and data from unauthorized access or breaches
• Manage user accounts, permissions and access rights
• Perform routine backups and disaster recovery procedures
• Collaborate with IT teams to plan and implement system upgrades and enhancements
• Provide technical support and assistance to end-users as needed

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Systems Administrator or in a similar role
• Proficiency in operating systems such as Windows, Linux and others
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies
• Certification for virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
• Certification for cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• CompTIA A, Network and Security
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server certifications
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) as well as VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications not specified

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range not specified

About the Role

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintaining the stability, security, and performance of our systems, ensuring optimal user experience and minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain operating systems, software and hardware components
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Implement security measures to protect systems and data from unauthorized access or breaches
• Manage user accounts, permissions and access rights
• Perform routine backups and disaster recovery procedures
• Collaborate with IT teams to plan and implement system upgrades and enhancements
• Provide technical support and assistance to end-users as needed

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Systems Administrator or in a similar role
• Proficiency in operating systems such as Windows, Linux and others
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies
• Certification for virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
• Certification for cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• CompTIA A, Network and Security
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server certifications
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) as well as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) would be beneficial

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications not specified in the original job description.