System Administrator

2 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Recru-it Full time
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing their Linux and Microsoft infrastructure technology in the cloud and on-premise. You will work on engineering solutions for both project-based and operational needs while ensuring best practices in system and service management across all environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Linux & Microsoft Infrastructure: Maintain, develop, and enhance their Linux (RedHat, Ubuntu, Debian, etc.) and Microsoft infrastructure technologies.
  • Systems Engineering: Engineer systems administration-related solutions to support various project and operational requirements.
  • Performance Monitoring: Proactively monitor system performance, conduct capacity planning, and implement solutions to maintain high availability and stability across all environments.
  • Fault Analysis & Reporting: Perform fault finding, analyse issues, and log information for comprehensive reporting on performance exceptions.
  • Upgrades & Maintenance: Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, and hotfixes on servers, workstations, and network hardware.
  • Scripting & Automation: Create and modify scripts or applications using Shell, Perl, and/or Python to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
  • Backup Solutions: Implement, maintain, and regularly test backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and availability.
  • Security & Stability: Provide insights and recommendations to improve the stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the environment.
  • Collaboration & Automation: Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop automation strategies and optimise deployment processes.

Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Linux Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems (RedHat, CentOS, Debian, etc.).
  • Database Experience: Hands-on experience with database management and administration.
  • Virtualization: Familiarity with virtualization technologies
  • Scripting Skills: Proficiency in Shell, Perl, and/or Python scripting.
  • Networking Protocols: Strong understanding of networking protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SMTP, and SNMP.
  • Backup & Recovery: Proven experience with implementing and managing backup solutions, including disaster recovery planning.
  • Security Tools: Experience with security tools like Wazuh is highly desirable.
  • Certifications: Additional Linux certifications (RHCT, RHCE, LPIC) are a plus.
  • Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a focus on proactive solutions.
  • Compliance: Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards and best practices in system security.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.



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