2nd Line IT Support Engineer – MSP (365, Security)

Growth Resourcing

KwaZulu-Natal

On-site

ZAR 658,000 - 987,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Growth Resourcing is seeking an experienced 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to deliver advanced technical support to managed-service clients primarily in the UK. You will own escalated incidents, troubleshoot complex issues and support Microsoft 365, Windows, servers, networking, cloud and cybersecurity environments.

The role requires hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive, plus strong networking

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of experience in IT support, service desk, or a Managed Services environment.
  • Proven experience providing 2nd-line technical support.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  • Good working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Experience with Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive.
  • Understanding of Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, and Conditional Access.
  • Good knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs and Wi‑Fi.
  • Experience troubleshooting networks, firewalls, switches and routers.
  • Familiarity with ticketing, remote-monitoring and endpoint-management platforms.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity, backup and disaster-recovery principles.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 2nd line remote and onsite technical support.
  • Take ownership of escalated incidents and service requests through to resolution.
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking and connectivity issues.
  • Support Windows 10/11, Windows Server and Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive.
  • Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Wi-Fi and general networking.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot endpoint, security and backup solutions.
  • Investigate security alerts, phishing reports and suspicious account activity.
  • Manage tickets in line with SLAs and maintain accurate technical documentation.
  • Assist with client onboarding, migrations, installations and infrastructure projects.
  • Work with senior engineers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve complex issues.
  • Provide guidance and support to 1st Line Engineers where required.

Skills

2-3 years experience
2nd line support
Windows 10/11
Windows Server
Microsoft 365 administration
Exchange Online
Active Directory
MFA/Conditional Access
PowerShell scripting
Azure
Networking basics
VoIP/Hosted telephony
Cybersecurity basics

Education

Relevant IT qualification
Microsoft 365 certifications
CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+
ITIL Foundation

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite
Exchange Online Admin

Job description

Growth Resourcing is seeking an experienced 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to deliver advanced technical support to managed-service clients primarily in the UK. You will own escalated incidents, troubleshoot complex issues and support Microsoft 365, Windows, servers, networking, cloud and cybersecurity environments.

The role requires hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive, plus strong networking

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