IT Infrastructure Engineer (Hybrid Environment)

How2Apply Talent Network
Brackenfell, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 31 min ago
Full-time IT & Software
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Job Description

You'll keep servers, networks and cloud services up and secure for a data centre in Brackenfell. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll be based at a data centre in Brackenfell. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

The work, day to day

  • Monitor servers, links and firewalls and act on alerts
  • Configure switches, VLANs, VPNs and firewall rules
  • Troubleshoot load-shedding related outages and UPS failures
  • Work with ISPs on link faults and fibre installs
  • Review security logs and investigate suspicious sign-ins

What you need

  • Strong Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365 skills, or Linux for Linux posts
  • Solid TCP/IP, routing, switching and firewall knowledge
  • Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
  • Clear change management and documentation habits
  • Degree or diploma in IT, plus relevant certifications
  • Willing to do standby and after-hours maintenance

What you get

  • Medical aid and provident fund
  • Standby allowance and overtime for maintenance windows
  • Funded certification path

Applying, step by step

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Brackenfell really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: short summary of one infrastructure project you led plus certification transcript from Microsoft, Cisco or AWS.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Brackenfell; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Group your CV skills by area, such as networking, cloud, security and scripting, so the tech reviewer finds them fast.
  • Include your certification verification links, since many employers check them before the interview.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationBrackenfell, Western Cape
CategoryIT & Software
Experience4+ years
Posted29 September 2026
Closing Date3 November 2026
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