These jobs were popular with other job seekers DataFin was established in 1999. We pride ourselves on the fact that we have established relationships with industry leaders and a vast majority of our business is repeat business. Duties&Responsibilities ENVIRONMENT: THE strong technical expertise of a Senior IT Engineer with 10+ years applicable work experience in Linux and Windows environments is sought to join the team of a dynamic Centurion-based Tech company. Your core role will be to maintain&support the Linux and Windows-based infrastructure and database servers – ensuring a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users. The successful incumbent must have Grade 12/Matric, a computer-related BS Degree or relevant Certification including N+/A+/Linux, Microsoft, LPI 1 and RHCSA/RHCE. You will also need experience with Shell Scripting, Zabbix, Nagios, Virtual environments, Networking, MySQL&hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications. DUTIES: Installation and configuration of Linux and Windows systems. Maintain, update, patch, tune, and repair applications to keep them performing according to technical and functional specifications. Creation, configuration, and installation of Virtual Machines and ESX or ESXi. Communicate and enforce Operating system changes and compliance requirements. Communicate and enforce IT and system standards. Create and architect system layouts. Maintain and improve existing systems. Perform fault-finding, analyse problems, and provide solutions. Log faults with 3rd parties. Installation and configuration of MySQL Server. Recommend solutions by defining physical database structures and functional capabilities, database security, data back-ups and recovery specifications. Evaluate existing systems and design proposed systems. Maintain database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements; evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products. Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organisation standards. Determine, enforce, and document database/server policies, procedures, and standards. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications – National Senior Certificate (Grade 12/equivalent). BS Degree in a computer discipline or relevant Certification. N+ Certified. A+ Certified. Microsoft Certified. LPI 1 Certified (LP2 would be a bonus). RHCSA / RHCE. Experience/Skills - 10+ Years applicable experience in Linux and Windows environments Significant network knowledge (knowledge on FortiGate firewalls would be an advantage). Significant knowledge in Shell Scripting. Significant knowledge on Virtual environments. Significant knowledge of monitoring systems like Zabbix and Nagios. Information Security Policies. Proven working experience with databases (MySQL). Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications. Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL. Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding. Familiarity with programming languages API. Advantageous – Office 365 administration. Mimecast administration. Darktrace administration and configuration Microsoft Defender implementation, administration, and configuration. Microsoft Intune implementation, administration, and configuration. Azure AD implementation, administration, and configuration. Security implementation, administration, and management. ATTRIBUTES: Deadline driven, accountable, thorough, and professional. Proactive, efficient and focused. Responsible, self-managed and delivery focused. Reliable, trustworthy and a team player. Problem solving skills and the ability to think algorithmically. Promotes Process Improvement. While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful. Desired Experience&Qualification see Duties&Responsibilities Package&Remuneration Negotiable These jobs were popular with other job seekers #J-18808-Ljbffr