Systems Administrator

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Installs, configures, secures and maintains computer servers, networks and user systems so technology remains reliable and available. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Systems Administrator do?

Installs, configures, secures and maintains computer servers, networks and user systems so technology remains reliable and available.

Demand level: Very High

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR240 000 p.a.Mid-levelR300 000 p.a.SeniorR480 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Network management · EssentialSystem administration · EssentialTroubleshooting · EssentialBackup and recovery · ImportantCybersecurity · Important

Study routes

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Higher Certificate in ICT — Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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Higher Certificate in ICT →

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Universities to explore

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Cape Peninsula University of Technology →

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Systems Administrator do?

Installs, configures, secures and maintains computer servers, networks and user systems so technology remains reliable and available.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Network management, System administration, Troubleshooting, Backup and recovery, Cybersecurity.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.