High-Performance IT Infrastructure Specialist

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Contracting Full time

A renowned financial services firm based in the northern suburbs is seeking an experienced System Engineer to join their team on a 12-month contract basis. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise and support skills in installing, testing, tuning, optimizing, diagnosing problems, repairing, upgrading, and maintaining both externally and internally supplied hardware and systems software.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Install, configure, and maintain both externally and internally supplied hardware and systems software, including Linux operating systems, data management products, office automation, and embedded systems.
  • Perform system tuning and optimization to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to system performance, software, and hardware failures in a timely manner.
  • Carry out system upgrades, patches, and repairs to maintain system integrity and security.
  • Manage and administer Linux systems, specifically Red Hat Linux, and handle related system administration tasks on other distributions like SUSE, Ubuntu, and Debian.
  • Manage virtualization environments, including ZVM Systems and VMware.
  • Provide support for cloud infrastructure, including Azure and AWS environments.
  • Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

This role requires a strong background in Linux and experience working with ZVM systems, Red Hat Linux, Satellite, VMware, Azure, AWS, and Chef. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and be passionate about digital projects and client success.

About Network Contracting:

As a leading provider of specialized services, Network Contracting offers excellent opportunities for professionals who are looking to grow and develop their skills in a supportive and innovative work environment.

Estimated Salary:

$95,000 - $115,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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