# IT Administrator

**Company:** [ikeja](null/companies/p7SvrLuFRqLMDrMoKWhzkz.md)
**Location:** Midrand, South Africa
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Information Technology

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## Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Mid Level IT Administrator to join our technical operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, administration, security, maintenance and troubleshooting of a diverse IT environment comprising cloud services, cybersecurity platforms, firewalls, servers, virtualization infrastructure, access control systems, CCTV platforms, wireless networks and Linux servers.

This role requires a strong technical foundation, a security-first mindset, excellent troubleshooting ability and the capacity to manage multiple systems and projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in enterprise IT administration and will be comfortable working independently while collaborating with internal teams and customers.

### **Key Responsibilities**

-   Manage and support the company’s IT infrastructure across **Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID and Windows Server environments**.
-   Administer and maintain **user access, identities, security policies, MFA and permissions**.
-   Manage and troubleshoot **email security and continuity solutions**, including Mimecast.
-   Configure, maintain and support **FortiGate firewalls, VPNs and network security**.
-   Support **virtual server infrastructure**, including VMware environments and virtual machines.
-   Manage and maintain **wireless networks**, including Ubiquiti UniFi infrastructure.
-   Support and troubleshoot **Linux and Windows Server environments**.
-   Maintain and support **CCTV and biometric access-control systems**.
-   Provide **Level 2 and Level 3 technical support**, resolving complex infrastructure and security-related incidents.
-   Perform system health checks, preventative maintenance, backups, security reviews and disaster recovery testing.
-   Contribute to infrastructure upgrades, migrations, automation and other IT projects.
-   Maintain accurate technical documentation and identify opportunities to improve and standardise IT systems.

## Requirements

**Required Experience and Technical Competencies**

-   Minimum **5 years’ relevant experience** in IT administration, systems engineering, or a similar infrastructure role.
-   Proven hands-on experience managing enterprise IT environments.
-   Demonstrable experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, FortiGate, Windows Server, Active Directory, Mimecast, VMware vSphere, UniFi and Linux administration.
-   Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, NAT, firewalls and VPN technologies.
-   Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, identity protection, least privilege, logging, incident investigation, vulnerability reduction and secure configuration management.
-   Ability to diagnose complex, cross-platform issues methodically and independently.

**Qualifications**

-   Minimum of a matric certificate (Grade 12).
-   Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field is advantageous but not essential. Equivalent practical experience and relevant industry certifications will be considered.

**Preferred Certifications**

-   Fortinet FCP / FCSS or equivalent Fortinet certification
-   Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
-   Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
-   VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
-   CompTIA Security+ and/or Network+
-   Linux Professional Institute (LPI) certification
-   Relevant Google Workspace administration certification  
    

**Key Personal Attributes**

-   Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability
-   Security-conscious and detail-oriented
-   Professional, reliable and accountable
-   Clear written and verbal communication
-   Strong user-service orientation
-   Highly organised and self-motivated
-   Able to prioritise and work calmly under pressure
-   Committed to learning and continuous improvement

## Benefits

-   The opportunity to grow both in your personal and professional capacity.
-   Health insurance and provident fund.
-   Group risk cover.
-   Access to an online wellness platform, providing free and confidential support from licensed therapists.

**How to apply:**

To apply for this role, please submit your _**recent**_ resume outlining your experience and qualifications as part of this process.

**Closing date:** 15 September 2026

_Should you not hear from us within 14 working days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful._