IT Systems Administrator

Job Mail • Afrikaans (Optional) • English (Optional) • Information Security • 1 hour ago
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An independent financial advisory firm based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) that provides wealth management, insurance, and financial planning solutions, is seeking a Systems Administrator who will oversee the daily management, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the IT infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and reliable.

Responsibilities:

  • Infrastructure & Cloud Administration: Maintain, optimize, and support enterprise IT infrastructure, Microsoft 365, local/cloud systems, and endpoint environments.

  • Network & Security Management: Oversee network operations and advanced next-generation firewalls. Enforce cybersecurity controls, user access policies, and compliance standards.

  • Backups & Business Continuity: Manage backup systems, disaster recovery processes, and incident mitigation to minimize operational downtime.

  • Technical Support & Service Delivery: Provide expert tier-2/3 desktop and server support to end-users across the organization with a strong sense of urgency.

  • Vendor & Financial Management: Coordinate vendor relations, licensing, renewals, and IT procurement aligned with corporate budget constraints.

  • Governance & Reporting: Maintain thorough system documentation, track metrics, and communicate system health, risks, and project statuses to executive leadership.

  • Team Leadership & Alignment: Support, mentor, and guide junior IT personnel while aligning technical operations with broader business goals.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: Matric Certificate required; a 3-year tertiary degree is preferred.

  • Certifications: Server and Endpoint Administrator qualifications (or applicable industry-recognized certifications).

  • Experience: 3+ years in a Systems Administration role managing secure Windows corporate network environments and Microsoft 365 systems.

  • Technical Expertise: Advanced competency in next-generation firewalls, desktop/server support, backups, and disaster recovery.

  • Governance & Security: Working knowledge of IT frameworks, compliance governance, access control, risk management, and cybersecurity principles.

  • Licensing: Valid Driver’s License (non-negotiable).

  • Availability: Ability to work after hours or on weekends during maintenance windows or system outages.

  • Preferred Attributes & Skills

    • Language Skills: Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans (written and verbal).

    • Background: Experience in a regulated, professional services environment, or prior team leadership/supervisory roles.

    • Problem-Solving & Mindset: A proactive, solutions-driven "tinkerer" who remains calm under pressure, balances technical precision with business awareness, and critically evaluates vendor recommendations.

    • Communication & Execution: Excellent interpersonal skills to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders, coupled with exceptional documentation, attention to detail, and accountability.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [email protected]

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