Key Responsibilities
- Maintain, monitor, and administer the company’s full IT infrastructure (LAN/WAN/VPN/wireless/firewalls).
- Install, configure, and support physical and virtual servers (Windows, Linux).
- Manage telephony systems and ensure performance optimisation.
- Proactively monitor system health, uptime, and security, resolving issues before they impact users.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective measures.
- Support staff with technical issues (on-site and remote).
- Implement and document IT policies, including network performance and security protocols.
- Oversee patch management and ensure software licensing compliance.
- Research and recommend emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with department heads to align infrastructure with business needs.
- Maintain vendor relationships and manage IT budgets where required.
Requirements
Must-Haves:
- 3+ years in systems administration or infrastructure support.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, Linux/Unix, Active Directory.
- Solid understanding of network technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls).
- Experience with router setup and MikroTik routing.
- Bash scripting experience for automation.
- Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Nice-to-Haves:
- IT degree or diploma.
- Microsoft or security-related certifications (e.g. Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+).
- ERP system exposure.
- Familiarity with virtualisation tools (VMware, Hyper-V, XCP-ng).
- Experience with Microsoft 365 Admin, Exchange, SharePoint.
- Scripting in PowerShell or Python.
- Knowledge of Mimecast configuration.
- Experience with monitoring tools (e.g. Nagios, Zabbix).
Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: [URL Removed] or email us your CV: [Email Address Removed].com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.
Desired Skills:
- Systems Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Systems Administrator