IT Systems & Operations Lead

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005371/Caity

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

A stable and growing organisation is seeking an experienced IT Systems and Operations Lead to take ownership of the daily performance and reliability of its technology environment. This senior technical role is ideal for a hands on IT professional who thrives on operational control, problem solving, and ensuring that systems run smoothly across multiple locations.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will act as the operational backbone of the IT function, working closely with senior leadership while managing infrastructure, cybersecurity coordination, and service providers. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on system stability and business continuity while supporting a broader technology and innovation agenda.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the daily operation of IT systems and infrastructure across multiple sites
Oversee servers, networks, end user devices, backups, and system availability
Administer and support the Syspro ERP environment, including user access and permissions
Coordinate cybersecurity operations in line with recognised security control frameworks
Facilitate operational security discussions and track remediation activities
Manage and validate the work delivered by external IT service providers
Lead incident resolution processes and conduct root cause investigations
Implement approved system changes with proper documentation and rollback planning
Maintain accurate operational documentation, system records, and asset registers
Provide regular operational reporting and updates to senior IT leadership

Job Experience and Skills:

Extensive experience in IT infrastructure and operations within a medium sized environment
Strong practical exposure to Microsoft server platforms, networking, and endpoint management
Proven hands on Syspro ERP administration experience
Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and CRM systems
Demonstrated ability to manage third party service providers
Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and incident management skills
Relevant IT Diploma or Degree
Verifiable experience administering Syspro ERP systems
Infrastructure, networking, cloud, or security certifications will be advantageous
IT service management training, such as ITIL, will be beneficial

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