Job Description

What is Equisoft?

Equisoft is a global provider of digital solutions for insurance and investment, recognized by over 250 of the world's leading financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive ecosystem of scalable solutions that help our customers meet all the challenges brought about by this era of digital transformation, thanks to our business needs-driven approach, industry knowledge, cutting-edge technologies and experts. With its business-driven approach, in-depth industry knowledge, cutting-edge technologies and multicultural team of experts based in North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia, Equisoft helps its customers meet the challenges of this era of digital transformation.

Why Choose Equisoft?

With 950+ employees, we are a stable organization that offers career advancement opportunities and fosters a stimulant environment. If that's not enough, then check out these other perks below:


Hiring Location: South Africa You are working fully remotely Internal job title: Senior System Administrator Full-time Permanent Role Benefits available day 1: Medical, GAP Cover, Group Life Cover and Pension Fund (South Africa) Flexible hours Number of hours per week: 40 Educational Support (LinkedIn Learning, LOMA Courses and Equisoft University)

Role:

The Senior Global System Administrator (Azure) reports to the Manager, Enterprise IT & Resiliency and works closely with 11 professionals between system, network, database administrator and security. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting, designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level infrastructure across multi-cloud and on-premises environments. Will also work across geographical boundaries to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of global IT infrastructure while mentoring technical teams and driving automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce business risk.

Your Day with Equisoft:

Administering and managing global infrastructure across hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, OCI) and on-premises data centers Designing and implementing complex system integrations across heterogeneous platforms (Windows Server, Linux distributions) Leading root cause analysis for critical incidents affecting global operations Developing advanced automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, Bash, and Terraform for infrastructure as code Collaborating with global technical teams to optimize performance and implement best practices Managing enterprise identity and access management across multiple cloud platforms and Active Directory environments Designing and implementing disaster recovery and business continuity solutions Conducting capacity planning and performance optimization for global systems Mentoring intermediate and junior system administrators on technical best practices Providing strategic guidance on cloud migration initiatives and infrastructure modernization Developing and maintaining comprehensive system documentation and runbooks Leading security hardening initiatives and compliance requirements (ISO 27001, SOC 2) Evaluating emerging technologies and recommending strategic infrastructure investments Interact with Level 1 and Level 2 technicians providing support and guidance on difficult issues. Participating in global on-call rotation for critical infrastructure support

Requirements:

Technical

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or Information Technology or College Diploma combined to 3 years of relevant experience Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in infrastructure and system administration roles with demonstrated expertise in enterprise environments Deep expertise in Windows Server environments including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, IAM and IIS Advanced Linux administration skills across multiple distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS) including Nginx, networking, and security Proven experience architecting and managing multi-cloud environments Microsoft Azure: Virtual Machines, Azure AD, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, Azure Monitor, Azure Virtualization Advanced scripting and automation capabilities (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Terraform) Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) and CI/CD pipelines Expertise in monitoring and logging solutions (Datadog, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch) Deep understanding of security principles, implementation, and compliance frameworks Experience with backup solutions for hybrid environments Understanding of ITIL processes and practices Experience mentoring and developing technical team members Willingness to participate in global on-call rotation for critical infrastructure Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written)

Soft skills

Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to conduct advanced root cause analysis Strong sense of organization and prioritizing Analytical and problem-solving skills Outstanding communication skills for collaborating with global stakeholders at all technical levels Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously across time zones Team spirit, tact, diplomacy, autonomy, rigor, and discipline

Nice to Haves:

Relevant certifications such as:


+ Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Administrator Associate
+ AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional or Associate)
+ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect (Professional or Associate)
+ Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
+ ITIL Foundation or higher
Proven experience architecting and managing multi-cloud environments:


+ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Compute, Block/Object Storage, VCN, IAM
+ Amazon Web Services: EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, RDS
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab) Experience with database administration (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) Familiarity with security tools and practices (vulnerability scanning, penetration testing) Experience working in regulated industries (financial services, insurance, healthcare) Previous experience in geographically distributed or global organizations Knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN) Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, subnetting, VPNs, load balancing, and DNS Experience with infrastructure cost optimization across cloud platforms
Equisoft is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.