Senior Systems Administrator
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 1d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 8d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-10-25). Last seen at its source 7h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 25 Oct 2026 (8 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 7 hours ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
South Africa
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Skills named in the ad
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Carried by 1 source
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Workable employer's own board first seen 8d ago · last seen 7h ago
The listing
We are a fast-growing Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivering IT solutions and security services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Our mission is to provide proactive support, innovative solutions, and best-in-class cybersecurity compliance to help businesses thrive in a secure and scalable IT environment.
We’re seeking a Senior Systems Administrator who can not only manage day-to-day operations but also take the lead on complex projects and guide clients through evolving security frameworks such as CMMC and NIST.
Responsibilities:
- Manage, maintain, and optimize client infrastructure including servers, networks, cloud platforms (Azure, Microsoft 365), and security solutions.
- Lead and execute IT projects end-to-end (migrations, deployments, upgrades, cloud transitions).
- Implement and enforce security frameworks such as CMMC, NIST, and other compliance standards across client environments.
- Troubleshoot escalated technical issues (L3) and mentor junior engineers.
- Develop and maintain documentation for client systems, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to deliver solutions on time and within scope.
- Monitor system performance and proactively address vulnerabilities, outages, or compliance gaps.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator in an MSP environment (preferred).
- Strong technical expertise in:
- Windows Server / Active Directory / Group Policy
- Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)
- Cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune)
- Firewalls, networking, and endpoint security solutions
- Hands-on experience with compliance/security frameworks (CMMC, NIST, HIPAA, or SOC 2).
- Proven track record of successfully delivering IT projects.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Relevant certifications preferred (CompTIA Security+, Microsoft, CISSP, CISM, or CMMC-related credentials).