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Linux Systems Administrator

How2Apply Talent Network

Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal

Contract

Posted 1 hour ago

Contract IT & Software

R47 250 – R65 000/month

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Job Description

You'll keep servers, networks and cloud services up and secure for a data centre in Durban Central. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The work is in Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

The work, day to day

Document network diagrams and change records
Plan hardware refreshes and licence renewals with a budget
Work with ISPs on link faults and fibre installs
Handle access requests and keep records that support POPIA compliance
Review security logs and investigate suspicious sign-ins
Troubleshoot load-shedding related outages and UPS failures

What you need

Solid TCP/IP, routing, switching and firewall knowledge
Strong Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365 skills, or Linux for Linux posts
Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
At least 3 years in systems, network or cloud administration

What's in it for you

Funded certification path
Standby allowance and overtime for maintenance windows
Company laptop, phone and home internet allowance
Medical aid and provident fund

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): short summary of one infrastructure project you led plus IT degree or diploma.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

Group your CV skills by area, such as networking, cloud, security and scripting, so the tech reviewer finds them fast.
Be ready to talk through an outage you fixed, step by step; it's a common interview question.