Our Client is looking for a Service, Networking & Connectivity Engineer with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach to infrastructure management. You’ll play a critical role in monitoring and maintaining our IT systems, ensuring high availability and security across our environment. This position is to be based onsite in Hammersdale (Cato Ridge)
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and manage all IT infrastructure using tools like PRTG and N-Central in accordance with SOPs
- Perform proactive infrastructure maintenance, including servers and switches
- Provide after-hours and occasional weekend support for infrastructure emergencies and maintenance
- Administer Office 365 Tenant, Azure, and SharePoint Online
- Conduct regular backup monitoring and testing in line with RPO/RTO expectations
- Evaluate and improve current systems; provide recommendations for enhancements
- Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate firewalls and switch VLANs
- Support and configure controller-based and controllerless WiFi APs
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to the IT knowledge base
- Provide 2nd line support across systems and networks
Qualifications & Experience:
- Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4) / Grade 12
- Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field and/or relevant industry certifications (MCSE, MCITP, Azure Administrator, etc.)
- 3-5 years of experience in a mid-senior Systems Engineer or similar role
- Solid experience with Windows Server environments (2012-2019), including DNS, AD, AADS
- Experience in MS Tenant Administration (Azure AD, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online)
- Basic knowledge of networking, FortiGate firewalls, and Wi-Fi technologies
- Understanding of cybersecurity practices and related monitoring/evaluation
Inherent Requirements:
- Willingness to work extended hours, be on standby, and perform nighttime/weekend maintenance
- Ability to stand, walk, or lift equipment (PCs/servers) as needed
- Comfortable working in cold environments (e.g., server rooms)
- Must have a valid driver’s license and own transport
Desired Skills:
- Network
- Systems
- Engineer