Enterprise Systems Specialist: Backup and Disaster Recovery (Readvertisement) - (8856) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

• To support and administer enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster recovery services within ICTS. The role is responsible for ensuring the availability, integrity, recoverability, and protection of enterprise systems, data, and infrastructure through the effective management of backup environments, disaster recovery processes, monitoring, testing, and operational support.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or in a related field
• Relevant backup, disaster recovery or infrastructure certifications will be advantageous
• Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions
• Experience supporting virtualised and enterprise server environments
• Experience with disaster recovery procedures, testing and business continuity processes
• Experience in the Higher Education environment will be advantageous
• Experience with enterprise backup technologies such as Veeam or similar solutions
• Familiarity with VMware and virtualisation technologies
• Understanding of SAN, storage and enterprise infrastructure environments
• Experience with monitoring, troubleshooting and performance analysis
• Knowledge of scripting and automation fundamentals
• Understanding of ITIL, change management and operational best

Recommendation:

• Candidates who are currently studying towards a degree in a relevant IT-related field, and who are expected to complete their qualification within the next year, may be considered
• At least three to four (3-4) years’ experience in enterprise infrastructure or backup administration environments

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Enterprise backup and recovery administration
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
• Linux and Windows server administration
• Infrastructure and Storage Support
• Monitoring and Operational Support
• Documentation and Continuous Improvement
• Participation in ICTS Projects and Initiatives
• Support Services and Shared Operational Duties

Competencies

• Enterprise backup and recovery administration
• Disaster recovery and business continuity knowledge
• Good understanding of disaster recovery and backup methodologies
• Linux and Windows server administration
• VMware and virtualisation knowledge
• SAN and storage management understanding
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Monitoring and reporting skills
• Technical documentation skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and within a team

General Information
Closing Date: 13 August 2026