Firewall / IT Technician [Sophos]

Sci Tech Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager specializing in Firewall Setup and Microsoft 365. The ideal candidate will manage complex IT projects and enhance customer solutions through effective communication and technical expertise. This role requires extensive knowledge and experience in various IT systems and solutions to ensure high standards of performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Firewall Setup & Maintenance with advanced Sophos experience.
• 5+ years of expertise in Microsoft 365 Admin Centre.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 SharePoint with 5+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of comprehensive IT projects.
• Conducting continuous research to enhance customer-oriented solutions.
• Maintaining excellent communication and representation.

Skills

Firewall Setup & Maintenance

Microsoft 365 Admin Centre

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

Windows Servers Setup

Email Migrations

Desktop Support

Networking Setup

Cloud Architecture: Azure

Cloud Hosted Servers

Hosted Backup Management

ESET Setup

PABX Setup

Education

Office 365 Certification

A+ Qualification

N+ Qualification

MCSA

MCSE

AZURE Certification

Firewall Certification

IT qualification from a recognized institution

Tools

Sophos

Azure

VMware

Job description

• Be capable of expertly managing IT projects, researching and implementing customer solutions, and presenting a professional demeanor.

Key Responsibilities :

• Planning and implementation of comprehensive IT projects
• Conducting continuous research to enhance customer-oriented solutions
• Maintaining excellent communication and representation
• Utilizing personal vehicles for reliable transportation

Required Qualifications and Skills :

1. 5+ years of experience in Firewall Setup & Maintenance with advanced Sophos experience

2. 5+ years of expertise in Microsoft 365 Admin Centre

3. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 SharePoint with 5+ years of experience

4. Expertise in Windows Servers Setup, Maintenance & Support with at least 5+ years of experience

5. In-depth knowledge of Email Migrations , with 5+ years of proven experience

6. Skilled in Desktop Support with a minimum of 5+ years of experience

7. 5+ years of experience in Networking Setup, Maintenance & Administration

8. Advanced skills in Cloud Architecture : Azure with over 3+ years of experience

9. 3+ years experience with cloud hosted servers

10. 3+ years of expertise in Hosted Backup and Patch / RMM Management

11. Advanced experience in ESET Setup, Maintenance over 3+ years

12. Proficient in PABX Setup, Maintenance with at least 2+ years experience

Advantageous Skills Include :

1. Office 365 Certification / Qualification

2. A+, N+ Qualification

3. MCSA, MCSE Qualification

4. AZURE Certification / Qualification

5. Firewall Certification

6. VMware Experience

7. IT qualification from a recognized institution