Temp Systems Administrator

About the Role

The Temp Systems Administrator will support the design, development, implementation, and ongoing management of IT systems, with a focus on maintaining the organisation's Microsoft servers, networks, and related services. The role entails providing day-to-day IT support for internal users and ensuring secure, reliable IT operations in a 6-month contract.

What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day support for the internal user base and troubleshoot computer hardware, software, and networks.

• Maintain and administer Microsoft-related services and a mixed environment including Windows and Linux virtual servers, VMware, Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, and backups (Veeam).

• Configure and manage Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls, VPNs, firewall policies, and overall network security.

• Administer Microsoft 365, Outlook, OneDrive, Azure, Intune, Dynamics 365, SharePoint (On-Premises and Online), Teams, and cloud hosting.

• Contribute to disaster recovery planning, backup practices, PKI/AD CS, and certificate management.

• Develop and support automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate.

• Troubleshoot and support hardware, software, networks, and related IT infrastructure.

• Liaise with vendors to ensure IT services meet organisational standards and best practices.

• What We're Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in information technology (NQF level 7 or above) or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in server administration and IT support, with strong troubleshooting skills.

• Extensive experience in IT and support roles; excellent written and verbal communication.

• Strong understanding of security architecture and network security; ability to protect data and systems.

• Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux server administration, VMware, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Veeam, Fortinet FortiGate, VPNs, and firewall policies.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite and Azure/Intune/Power Platform products; knowledge of SharePoint.

• Experience with disaster recovery, PKI (AD CS), certificates, and OCSP/CRLs.

• Knowledge of Power Automate, networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs), and cybersecurity.

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Windows Server, RHCSA, VCP, Fortinet NSE/FCP, or Azure Administrator Associate; ITIL/COBIT/Network+/A+/Security+ advantageous.

• Proficient in MS Office; strong English skills; good numerical ability; solid interpersonal skills.

• Team player, flexible, capable under pressure, curious, detail-oriented, reliable and ethical.

• Nice to Have

• ITIL Foundation, COBIT Foundation, Network+, A+, Security+ (advantageous).

• Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: R33 099.49 per month (6-month contract).