Network Systems Engineer

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Our Client is looking for a Service, Networking & Connectivity Engineer with strong technical expertise and a proactive approach to infrastructure management. You'll play a critical role in monitoring and maintaining our IT systems, ensuring high availability and security across our environment. This position is to be based onsite in Hammersdale (Cato Ridge)

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage all IT infrastructure using tools like PRTG and N-Central in accordance with SOPs
• Perform proactive infrastructure maintenance, including servers and switches
• Provide after-hours and occasional weekend support for infrastructure emergencies and maintenance
• Administer Office 365 Tenant, Azure, and SharePoint Online
• Conduct regular backup monitoring and testing in line with RPO/RTO expectations
• Evaluate and improve current systems; provide recommendations for enhancements
• Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate firewalls and switch VLANs Support and configure controller-based and controllerless WiFi APs Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to the IT knowledge base
• Provide 2nd line support across systems and networks

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4) / Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field and/or relevant industry certifications (MCSE, MCITP, Azure Administrator, etc)
• 3-5 years of experience in a mid-senior Systems Engineer or similar role
• Solid experience with Windows Server environments (2012-2019), including DNS, AD, AADS
• Experience in MS Tenant Administration (Azure AD, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online)
• Basic knowledge of networking, FortiGate firewalls, and Wi-Fi technologies
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and related monitoring/evaluation

Application instructions:

• Desired Skills: Network. Systems. Engineer.