1830 Systems Administrator
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Job Location:
Centurion - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are hiring: Systems Administrator
About Us:
Ctrack is a market leader in vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions helping businesses optimize their fleets enhance security and improve operational efficiency. Our cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights enable smarter business decisions.
Main purpose of the role:
The Systems Administrator is responsible for the availability security stability and operational integrity of the organisations IT environment. This includes on-premises infrastructure cloud services identity platforms endpoint management and core operational tooling.
The role requires a strong troubleshooting mindset operational discipline and the ability to balance user needs with security stability and long-term maintainability.
This is a hands-on role with accountability for both day-to-day operations and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
1. System Monitoring
- Server health checks: Monitoring server performance metrics (CPU memory disk space etc.) and resolving issues that could affect end users
- Network monitoring: keeping an eye on network connectivity bandwidth usage and devices like switches and firewalls.
- Log review: scanning system logs for errors or warnings that could impact system performance or user experience.
- Backup verification: ensuring backups are completed and that backup data is usable in the event of disaster recovery.
2. User Account Management and Support
Account creation and modification: Creating new user accounts and modifying permissions based on the role. This also includes configuring email and network access.
Password management: Resetting passwords helping users recover their accounts or locking accounts in case of suspicious activities.
User permissions: Adjusting access levels for shared drives applications and other systems according to the principle of least privilege.
User onboarding/offboarding: Ensuring that new employees have all necessary system access and that user data is securely removed or archived for departing employees.
3. End-User Support and Troubleshooting
Helpdesk support: Acting as the first/second line of support for users encountering technical issues (both hardware and software)..
Remote support: Using remote desktop tools to troubleshoot and fix problems for users who are working remotely or at different locations.
Ticket management: Logging user issues in a ticketing system prioritising them based on severity and following up to ensure timely resolution.
Hardware troubleshooting: Diagnosing issues with computers printers network devices etc. and either fixing them or coordinating with third-party vendors for repairs.
4. System and Software Updates
Patch management: Applying patches for operating systems and applications to fix bugs or security vulnerabilities that could affect users
- Software updates: Ensuring all user-facing applications (e.g. office productivity suites communication tools) are up to date and properly functioning.
Competencies & Behavioural Attributes:
Ensuring all user-facing applications (e.g. office productivity suites communication tools) are up to date and properly functioning.
- Communicates technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and follows issues through to resolution.
- Responds effectively to changing priorities technologies and operational requirements.
- Maintains accuracy and precision when performing system changes and operational tasks.
- Analyses technical problems logically and applies structured troubleshooting approaches.
- Prioritises tasks effectively to meet operational demands and deadlines
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Information Technology or Equivalent Diploma.
- 37 years Systems Administrator or Infrastructure experience
- Relevant certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.
- Administers and supports server operating systems ensuring stability security and performance.
- Understands and administers directory services and identity platforms for authentication and access control.
- Applies knowledge of networking concepts to support system connectivity troubleshooting and performance.
- Implements monitors and validates backup and recovery processes to support business continuity.
- Supports and manages user devices and endpoints in line with organisational standards.
- Uses monitoring and logging tools to identify performance issues faults and operational risks.
Closing Date: 19 February 2026 at 16:00
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
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