Systems Administrator (Microsoft 365 and Azure)

How2Apply Talent Network
Rosslyn, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time IT & Software
R50 000 – R66 000/month
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Job Description

Patch, monitor, back up and harden systems at a managed services provider in Rosslyn. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

Location: Rosslyn, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

The work, day to day

  • Configure switches, VLANs, VPNs and firewall rules
  • Work with ISPs on link faults and fibre installs
  • Review security logs and investigate suspicious sign-ins
  • Apply monthly patches to servers and network devices
  • Troubleshoot load-shedding related outages and UPS failures
  • Manage users, groups and conditional access in Entra ID

Must-haves

  • Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
  • Strong Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365 skills, or Linux for Linux posts
  • Solid TCP/IP, routing, switching and firewall knowledge
  • At least 3 years in systems, network or cloud administration
  • Degree or diploma in IT, plus relevant certifications
  • Willing to do standby and after-hours maintenance

Extra points for

  • CCNA, Fortinet NSE or MikroTik certification
  • Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or AWS Solutions Architect Associate
  • Infrastructure-as-code with Terraform or Ansible

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: IT degree or diploma plus short summary of one infrastructure project you led.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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Before you hit apply

  • Mention the environment size, such as "120 VMs, 14 sites, 900 users", as it tells recruiters your level.
  • Group your CV skills by area, such as networking, cloud, security and scripting, so the tech reviewer finds them fast.

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Job details
SalaryR50 000 – R66 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRosslyn, Gauteng
CategoryIT & Software
Experience8+ years
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date30 November 2026
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