IT Specialist Career Opportunity

IT Specialist Job Opening at Sasol Limited
Company Name:
Sasol Limited

Location:

Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
Industry: Energy, Chemicals, Digital Technology and Information Systems

Employment Type:

Full-Time
Position: IT Specialist
Department:
Information Technology and Digital Transformation

Reports To:

IT Infrastructure Manager
Salary Range: ZAR 38,000 – ZAR 82,000 per month depending on qualifications, certifications, experience, and technical expertise
Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled
Job Reference: SASOL-ITS-2026

Sasol Limited is one of South Africa’s largest multinational energy and chemical companies, operating across numerous international markets. The company leverages advanced technology, digital innovation, automation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, enterprise applications, and data analytics to support its global operations.

The IT Specialist will be responsible for maintaining, supporting, securing, and optimizing enterprise technology infrastructure across multiple business units. The role involves managing networks, cloud environments, cybersecurity solutions, enterprise systems, technical support operations, and infrastructure projects.

• Maintain enterprise IT infrastructure and systems.
• Support cloud computing environments and digital platforms.
• Monitor network performance and security.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Implement cybersecurity controls and best practices.
• Manage Active Directory and user access management.
• Support Microsoft Windows and Linux environments.
• Administer virtualization and server technologies.
• Perform system upgrades and patch management.
• Coordinate backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Support enterprise software applications.
• Develop technical documentation and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with vendors and technology partners.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance standards.

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Network Engineering, or Cybersecurity.

• Microsoft Azure Administrator
• AWS Solutions Architect
• Cisco CCNA
• CompTIA Security+
• ITIL Foundation
• VMware Certification
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator

• Minimum 3–7 years of relevant IT experience.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.
• Experience with cybersecurity monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies.
• Experience working within large corporate environments.

• Network Administration
• Systems Administration
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud Computing
• Active Directory
• Azure Cloud
• AWS Infrastructure
• Linux Administration
• Windows Server
• Endpoint Security
• Disaster Recovery
• IT Service Management
• Infrastructure Monitoring
• Virtualization Technical Troubleshooting
• Enterprise Applications

A typical day may involve monitoring enterprise systems, resolving technical incidents, analyzing security alerts, managing cloud resources, supporting users, coordinating infrastructure upgrades, conducting performance assessments, and participating in technology improvement projects. The IT Specialist plays a key role in ensuring business continuity and technology reliability across the organization.

• Modern corporate offices.
• Enterprise-scale technology environments.
• Cross functional project teams.
• Hybrid work structures where applicable.
• Innovation-focused technology departments.

• Cloud Certification Programs.
• Cybersecurity Training.
• Digital Transformation Workshops.
• Technical Leadership Development.
• Enterprise Technology Certifications.
• Project Management Programs.
• Data Analytics and Automation Training.

Additional employment opportunities can be explored through:

• Senior IT Specialist
• Infrastructure Engineer
• Cloud Engineer
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Solutions Architect
• IT Operations Manager
• Enterprise Architect
• Head of Technology

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Medical aid benefits.
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