Azure Systems Administrator; Sysadmin

Randburg, South Africa | Posted on 01/07/2026

The Systems Administrator (sysadmin) is responsible for managing and maintaining the group of companies' computer systems and networks. Tasks and responsibilities associated with the role of the systems administrator:

• Server Management
  • Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and software.
  • Monitor server performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Apply security patches and updates to servers regularly.
  • Perform backups and disaster recovery planning.
• Network Administration
  • Set up and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Configure and manage network protocols and services (e.g., DHCP, DNS, VPN).
  • Ensure network security and implement access controls.
• User Account Management
  • Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and access levels.
  • Reset passwords and troubleshoot account-related issues.
  • Implement and enforce password policies and access controls.
• Software Installation and Maintenance
  • Install, update, and maintain operating systems and software applications.
  • Ensure software licenses are compliant and up to date.
  • Troubleshoot software-related problems.
• Security Management
  • Implement and enforce security policies and procedures.
  • Monitor systems for security breaches and respond to incidents.
  • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Storage Management
  • Manage storage solutions, including SANs (Storage Area Networks) and NAS (Network Attached Storage).
  • Allocate and optimize storage resources.
  • Implement data backup and recovery strategies.
• Virtualization and Cloud Management
  • Deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs) and containers.
  • Monitor and optimize cloud resources (cloud services).
  • Implement cloud security best practices.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Maintain documentation of system configuring

• Azure certifications - preferred, but not essential if Candidates have solid Azure hands on experience.