Description:
Myclient, a leading and well-known company based in Durban North requires a competent and qualified Senior IT Systems Engineer to join their team in Durban.
The position is reporting to the Group IT Manager.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The primary responsibility of the Snr. IT Systems Engineer, development and support of technology infrastructure, hardware, software and office systems support and distribution, systems performance management and technology integration of functions
Provides engineering support in network operations.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
· A+ , N+
· MCSE/ITP,
· VMware,
· Networking,
· IT related diploma/degree
·Matric Certificate ESSENTIAL
Knowledge
· Knowledge of operating systems including
o Desktop operating systems (Windows)
o Windows NT, 2000, 2003, 2008, 2010, 2013 Server Platforms
o Active Directory
· Knowledge of Mac operating systems beneficial
· Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
· Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange, Outlook and Pop3
· Knowledge of networking including:
o Hubs, routers, switches and cabling Infrastructure
o Networking of LAN and WAN architectures
· Knowledge of SQL beneficial
· Excellent Communication Skills
· In depth and specialised knowledge of networking including:
o Hubs, routers, switches and cabling
o Windows NT, Windows 2000, Linux, Unix, Active Directory and Desktop operating systems
· Expert knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products
· Exposure to Management Information Systems
Experience
·6 to 8 year(s) work experience in a Corporate Environment
· 6+ year(s) work experience in a Snr IT related technical position
General
SA Citizens only
Must be Criminal Clear
Must reside in the Greater Durban area or be willing to relocate at own cost
DUTIES (not limited to)
IT Support
· Performs system backups and recovery
· To provide technical, server and general desktop and system support for the allocated divisions and regions to ensure that users are able to work effectively on the H&C systems
· Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity
· Log calls and provide support and feedback/follow ups to users, Helpdesk and Management
· Ensures that uptime requirements are met
· Monitor routers, email servers and attend to connectivity issues across the WAN
· Network Administration and configuration
· Work with different regions to ensure that any enha