Firewall / It Technician

Ict Engage; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology service provider in Gauteng seeks an experienced IT Manager to oversee infrastructure projects and manage teams. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience with firewall setups, Windows Server maintenance, and Azure cloud architecture. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to work independently while managing multiple clients' IT needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience managing IT teams.
• 5+ years hands-on experience with firewall configuration (Sophos preferred).
• Proven experience with Windows Server installation and maintenance.
• Extensive experience with email migrations.
• Solid experience in planning IT infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain Sophos Firewalls.
• Plan and lead IT infrastructure projects from concept to implementation.
• Manage Microsoft Admin and SharePoint environments.
• Perform email migrations and provide advanced desktop support.
• Document configurations and deliverables.

Skills

Firewall configuration

Windows Server maintenance

IT project management

Networking (routing, switching, VLANs)

Desktop support

Azure cloud architecture

Endpoint Security (ESET)

VoIP systems support

Education

Tertiary IT qualification

Tools

Sophos Firewalls

Microsoft Admin Centre

SharePoint

RMM tools

ESET Endpoint Security

PABX/VoIP systems

Job description

This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable IT environments for multiple clients. You will manage IT projects end-to-end, supervise technical team members, and act as a trusted advisor on infrastructure architecture and network security solutions. The ideal candidate is a lateral thinker, proactive, solutions-driven, and comfortable working independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain Sophos Firewalls.
• Plan, lead, and execute IT infrastructure projects from concept to implementation.
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Servers and ensure proper backups, patching, and system security.
• Manage Microsoft admin and SharePoint environments, including user management, permissions, and governance.
• Perform email migrations (Exchange / IMAP / Microsoft ).
• Provide advanced desktop support and troubleshooting (remote and onsite).
• Configure and administer networking infrastructure, including VLANs, routing, switching, and Wi‑Fi.
• Deploy and manage cloud solutions, including Azure-based architectures and cloud‑hosted servers.
• Manage RMM / Patch Management tools and ensure proactive monitoring and maintenance.
• Install and support endpoint security solutions (ESET).
• Configure and support PABX systems (VoIP).
• Document configurations, project deliverables, and client environment details.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to IT support staff and technicians.

Core Technical Expertise (Minimum Requirements)

• 5+ years experience managing and leading IT teams
• 5+ years hands‑on experience with firewall configuration and maintenance (Sophos preferred)
• 5+ years experience with Windows Server installation, maintenance & troubleshooting
• 5+ years experience managing Microsoft Admin Centre & SharePoint Admin
• Extensive experience with email migrations (Exchange / IMAP / Microsoft )
• 10+ years proven desktop support experience (onsite & remote)
• 10+ years experience with network configuration and administration (routing, switching, VLANs, Wi‑Fi, etc.)
• Solid experience planning and leading IT infrastructure projects

Cloud & Infrastructure (Advanced Experience)

• 3+ years experience in Azure cloud architecture
• 3+ years working with cloud‑hosted servers
• 3+ years experience managing backup solutions
• 3+ years experience with RMM & patch management

Security & Additional Technical Skills

• 3+ years experience installing and maintaining ESET Endpoint Security
• 2+ years experience configuring and supporting PABX / VoIP systems

Other Essentials

• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence
• Professional communication & presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and self‑manage projects

Advantageous (Not Required, But Benefits Your Application)

• Office certification
• A+, N+
• Microsoft certifications (MCSA / MCSE)
• Azure certification
• Firewall certifications
• VMware experience
• Tertiary IT qualification