Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to join our team in Johannesburg. This position involves managing and optimizing diverse client IT environments, both on-premises and in the cloud. You'll be expected to balance multiple responsibilities across various clients, making this role ideal for someone with a background in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage and support Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and Azure environments.
• Provision and maintain virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Deploy and manage backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Acronis).
• Conduct regular system checks, patch management, and performance tuning.
• Handle Level-3 escalations from the NOC and Service Desk teams.
• Participate in infrastructure projects, client migrations, and onboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client documentation, including system configurations and access logs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4-6 years of experience as a Systems Engineer or Administrator in an MSP environment.
• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft Server environments, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience with hybrid and cloud infrastructures, storage systems, and scripting (PowerShell/Bash).
• Relevant certifications such as MCSE, Azure Administrator, or VMware VCP are advantageous.
• Strong multitasking skills, effective communication with clients, and thorough documentation habits.

Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: or email us your CV:
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.
If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise
Hire Resolve
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Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.

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