Senior Specialist: Server Administrator

In brief

**Overview** This role at SITA is for a Senior Specialist: Server Administrator. The primary purpose is to manage and maintain the core server management infrastructure, resolve high/medium incidents, upgrade server hardware/software, and monitor server availability within the client’s enterprise or LAN environment to ensure good service delivery. **What you will do** * Implement all services and solutions relating to the Core server infrastructure and Directory services. * Design procedures and standards for Directory integrated systems, Servers, and related services, and monitor their implementation. * Manage, own, and resolve high to medium operational incidents. * Implement Server and Services Toolsets & Dashboards. * Monitor server availability. * Publish and distribute server software/hardware upgrades. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications and Experience:** * Minimum: 3-year National Diploma / Degree in IT or Computer Science, IT related fields NQF level 6 Plus MCSE, MCITP certified. * 5 - 6 years’ experience as a Specialist: Server Administrator in the provisioning, support, and maintenance of all Server related Infrastructure such as Enterprise Directory Services, virtualization, and server infrastructure technology stack. * Experience in working within the ITIL Framework for Incident, Problem, Change, or Service Experience. * Experience in the design, planning, implementation of an Enterprise Server solution and services. * **Technical Competencies Description:** * **Knowledge of:** * Organizational Awareness: IT and Government Industry. * IT Products and Services. * In-depth knowledge of: Server Operational Management. System performance. Server Performance. Management/Support service offerings. Stakeholder management. * TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, and DHCP protocols. * Windows and Linux Servers, Server Operations, Server applications. * Both physical and virtualized servers, especially Hyper-V. * A solid understanding of: Hardware and software support for client system/solutions, Server & Storage related technologies & related management toolsets and solutions. * Service Management systems ASPECT /ARS/ITSM7 or equivalent applications. * ICT Operational Trends. Network Operating Systems. Project Management. * NOS/Active Directory/Virtualization. Quality assurance standards. * DNS, E-Mail, software deployment, Patch management, Core Stack builds. * VPN technologies and concepts. Disaster Recovery. * Virtualization technologies and concepts. Computer and network security principles. * Operating System Stack builds. OS Imaging. Service Level Management. * **Technical Competencies:** * Application Development. * Application Maintenance and Support. * Architecture. * Database Administration. * Database Management. * Information Security and Application Protection. * IT Project Management. * IT Service Management. * Network/Infrastructure Management. * Product & Service Lifecycle Management. * IT Risk Management. * **Interpersonal/behavioural competencies:** * Attention to Detail. * Analytical thinking. * Continuous Learning. * Disciplined. * Resilience. * Stress Management. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a minimum 3-year National Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6) in IT, Computer Science, or related fields, alongside MCSE and MCITP certifications. They must have 5-6 years of experience as a Specialist: Server Administrator, specifically in provisioning, supporting, and maintaining server-related infrastructure including Enterprise Directory Services, virtualization, and server technology stacks. Essential experience includes working within the ITIL Framework for Incident, Problem, Change, or Service, and in the design, planning, and implementation of Enterprise Server solutions and services. Applicants should demonstrate in-depth knowledge of server operational management, system performance, IT and Government industry awareness, and a solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, DHCP protocols, Windows and Linux Servers, and virtualized environments (especially Hyper-V). Key technical competencies in areas like Application Development, IT Service Management, Network/Infrastructure Management, and Information Security are required, along with interpersonal skills such as attention to detail, analytical thinking, and resilience. **Deadline** 16th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-specialist-server-administrator-sita-soc-ltd-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Linux
• Project management

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