Expert Level IT Technician

HR Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed IT Services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Expert Level IT Technician specializing in Microsoft environments. The role requires advanced skills in Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud architecture with 5+ years of experience. The successful candidate will manage mission-critical systems and ensure stability across cloud infrastructures. A competitive salary of approximately R40,000, depending on experience, is offered, along with the opportunity to work in a high-performance IT environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing Microsoft environments.
• Proven abilities in advanced system administration and cloud architecture.
• Strong understanding of networking and server management without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Microsoft ecosystems.
• Ensure stability for mission-critical systems.
• Handle cloud infrastructure and advanced security technologies.

Skills

Microsoft 365 Admin Centre

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

Windows Server (Setup, Maintenance & Support)

Networking Setup, Maintenance & Administration

Desktop Support (Advanced Level)

Firewall Setup & Maintenance (Sophos required)

Email Migrations

Cloud Architecture (Azure)

Cloud Hosted Server Environments

Hosted Backup Solutions

Patch Management / RMM Tools

ESET Setup & Maintenance

PABX Setup & Maintenance

Education

Microsoft 365 Certifications

A+ / N+

MCSA / MCSE

Azure Certification

Firewall Certifications

VMware Experience

Any IT qualification from a recognised institution

Job description

Expert Level IT Technician – Microsoft

Our client, a leading Managed IT Services and Cloud Solutions company operating nationally, is looking for a high-level Microsoft Specialist to join their Johannesburg team.

This role is for someone who performs at senior level, knows Microsoft environments end-to-end, and can handle advanced system administration, cloud architecture, networking, and server management without supervision.

If you want a role where your technical expertise is actually recognized and where you’re trusted to run high-impact infrastructure, this position will suit you.

Core Expert-Level Competencies (5+ Years Required)

• Microsoft 365 Admin Centre – 5 years
• Microsoft 365 SharePoint – 5 years
• Windows Server (Setup, Maintenance & Support) – 5 years

Infrastructure & Support

• Networking Setup, Maintenance & Administration – 5 years
• Desktop Support (Advanced Level) – 5 years

Advanced Skills (3+ Years Required)

• Firewall Setup & Maintenance (Sophos required) – 3 years
• Email Migrations – 3 years
• Cloud Architecture (Azure) – 3 years
• Cloud Hosted Server Environments – 3 years
• Hosted Backup Solutions – 3 years
• Patch Management / RMM Tools – 3 years
• ESET Setup & Maintenance – 3 years

Additional Proficiencies (2+ Years Preferred)

• PABX Setup & Maintenance – 2 years

Desired Certifications (Highly Advantageous)

• Microsoft 365 Certifications
• A+ / N+
• MCSA / MCSE
• Azure Certification
• Firewall Certifications
• VMware Experience
• Any IT qualification from a recognised institution

Salary

± R40 000 depending on experience

Why This Role Matters

This is a deep-technical position.

You’ll be responsible for Microsoft ecosystems, cloud infrastructure, advanced security technologies, and ensuring stability across mission‑critical systems.

You’ll be part of a high‑performance IT environment where your work has visible impact.

How to Apply

Submit your CV to HRCorp.

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