Senior Network & Systems Administrator

Why apply?

• Opportunity to work across a complex and varied infrastructure environment.
• Exposure to networking, cloud services, Microsoft technologies, security, and virtualisation.
• Meaningful impact on business-critical systems and operations.
• Collaborative team culture that values accountability, problem-solving, ownership, innovation, and continuous growth.
• Excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance within IT jobs, jobs in information technology, infrastructure careers, and senior technology positions.

Job Description:

As the Senior Network & Systems Administrator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, security, optimisation, and performance of network and server infrastructure across multiple business operations. The role focuses on ensuring maximum uptime, maintaining secure hybrid environments, and providing expert-level support for complex technical issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining LAN, WAN, VPN, VLAN, Wi-Fi, and internet connectivity
• Monitoring network performance and proactively resolving infrastructure issues
• Configuring and supporting routers, switches, wireless infrastructure, access points, and firewalls
• Managing Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft 365 environments
• Supporting hybrid connectivity between on-premise infrastructure and cloud services
• Implementing and maintaining network security controls and secure remote access solutions
• Managing Windows Server environments and virtualised infrastructure
• Overseeing backups, disaster recovery readiness, business continuity initiatives, and system optimisation
• Leading infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and improvement projects
• Working closely with vendors, service providers, and internal stakeholders
• Providing guidance and technical support to junior IT team members

This opportunity offers exposure to enterprise networking, cloud technologies, infrastructure projects, cybersecurity initiatives, virtualisation platforms, and Microsoft technologies, making it an attractive role for professionals seeking long-term growth in IT jobs, information technology jobs, and senior infrastructure careers.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years' of experience in IT Administration and Networks

• TCP/IP
• DNS
• DHCP
• VLANs
• Routing protocols
• VPN technologies

Experience with:

• Firewalls
• Switches
• Wireless infrastructure
• Mikrotik RouterOS
• Microsoft Active Directory
• Microsoft 365
• Exchange Online
• Azure Active Directory
• Hyper-V Virtualisation
• Windows Server 2019/2022
• Windows 10/11
• Knowledge of monitoring tools and network performance management
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to perform under pressure
• Self-starter with a growth mindset and strong sense of ownership

Qualification:

• Matric
• A+ and/or N+
• Microsoft Certification / Microsoft Engineer Certification
• MCITP
• Network Security+
• Diploma in IT Systems Administration (NQF Level 4/5) or similar qualification

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