SAP IT Administrator - Cape Town, South Africa - GlueData Services

Description

Company Overview:

GlueData is a specialist data consultancy that helps global SAP clientele master their data. Our tight-knit team prides itself on delivering outsized results, fuelled by genuine passion and a culture of collaboration. GlueData is an independent, owner-managed company. Due to our expertise and focus on SAP data solutions, we are proud SAP Gold Partners. We are also one of a handful of globally SAP Recognised Expertise in Data Management partners.


Role Function:

The SAP IT Administrator is responsible and accountable for the smooth running of GlueData computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs, and timelines.

Required skills:

• Degree in BTech, BSc in Computer Science, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or similar field.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experienced in administering Windows, Linux, O365 Active Directory, SAP and SQL/HANA environments.
• SAP basis general knowledge (advantageous).
• Knowledge of the industry's best practice processes.
• Knowledge of network architecture and client/server technology.
• Knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems.
• Handson experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation.
• Exposure to data protection practices (GDPR or POPI) and cyber security (advantageous).
• CGEIT, COBIT 5, TOGAF, 6 Sigma or related IT Governance and system architecture courses (advantageous).
• Cisco, AWS, Azure, Github/Bitbucket, (advantageous).
• Selfstarted and can work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organises, controls and evaluates IT and electronic data operations.
• Designs, develops, implements and coordinates systems, policies and procedures.
• Ensures security of data, network access and backup systems.
• Acts in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy.
• Identifies problematic areas and implements strategic solutions in time.
• Audits systems and assess their outcomes.
• Preserves assets, information security and control structures.
• Ensure costeffectiveness.
• Manages outsourced IT vendor(s).
• Consults on cybersecurity compliance measures & policies and implements as necessary.
• Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
• Internal Operations and Communications:_
• Effectively communicates relevant ITrelated information to superiors.
• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
• Initiates and implements improvements in all areas of IT responsibility.
• Serves as the main point of contact on all ITrelated matters for the office assigned.
• Communicates effectively with internal clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase internal client satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
• Networking:_
• Assists in the planning and implementation of additions, deletions and major modifications to the supporting regional infrastructure.
• Implements network security.
• Oversees the administration and maintenance of the company's infrastructure, and directs vendors when necessary.
• Oversees the administration of the company's WAN.
• Telephony:_
• Manages and develops upgrades to the company's telephone system at the regional level.
• Internal Systems:_
• Oversees troubleshooting, systems backups, archiving, and disaster recovery and provides expert support when necessary.
• Support the SAP Data Services Technical environments across various Data Migration Projects.
• Works with project teams to help implement Internal Systems.
• Help Desk Administration:_
• Oversees all help desk activities with the appointed vendor.
• Interacts with internal clients on all levels to help resolve ITrelated issues and provides answers in a timely manner.
• Asset Management:_
• Builds and maintains vendor relationships and manages the purchase of hardware and software products.
• Ensures that company assets are maintained responsibly.
• Oversees the administration and maintenance of computer software for the company.
• General:_
• Reports to the IT Manager.
• Serves in an advisory capacity to the GlueData employees and Directors.
• Ad hoc afterhours activities may be required.
• Travel may be required.
• This role is based at the Cape Town office.

Salary:
From R18,000.00 per month


Education:

• Bachelors (preferred)

Experience:

• Linux: 3 years (preferred)
• SAP: 3 years (preferred)
• SQL: 3 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cape Town, Western Cape (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cape Town,

Western Cape:
Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application Deadline: 2023/10/01