IT Systems Administrator
Premium Ad IT/Computer - Other IT/Computer Eastern Cape FULL TIME Job Summary An independent financial advisory firm based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) that provides wealth management, insurance, and financial planning solutions, is seeking a Systems Administrator who will oversee the daily management, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the IT infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and reliable. Responsibilities: * Infrastructure & Cloud Administration: Maintain, optimize, and support enterprise IT infrastructure, Microsoft 365, local/cloud systems, and endpoint environments. * Network & Security Management: Oversee network operations and advanced next-generation firewalls. Enforce cybersecurity controls, user access policies, and compliance standards. * Backups & Business Continuity: Manage backup systems, disaster recovery processes, and incident mitigation to minimize operational downtime. * Technical Support & Service Delivery: Provide expert tier-2/3 desktop and server support to end-users across the organization with a strong sense of urgency. * Vendor & Financial Management: Coordinate vendor relations, licensing, renewals, and IT procurement aligned with corporate budget constraints. * Governance & Reporting: Maintain thorough system documentation, track metrics, and communicate system health, risks, and project statuses to executive leadership. * Team Leadership & Alignment: Support, mentor, and guide junior IT personnel while aligning technical operations with broader business goals. Minimum Requirements: * Education: Matric Certificate required; a 3-year tertiary degree is preferred. * Certifications: Server and Endpoint Administrator qualifications (or applicable industry-recognized certifications). * Experience: 3+ years in a Systems Administration role managing secure Windows corporate network environments and Microsoft 365 systems. * Technical Expertise: Advanced competency in next-generation firewalls, desktop/server support, backups, and disaster recovery. * Governance & Security: Working knowledge of IT frameworks, compliance governance, access control, risk management, and cybersecurity principles. * Licensing: Valid Driver’s License (non-negotiable). * Availability: Ability to work after hours or on weekends during maintenance windows or system outages. * Preferred Attributes & Skills -----------------------------…
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