Junior Backup & Storage Data Analyst

ATS Client; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join the Backup and Storage team, focusing on protecting and maintaining organisational data across on-premises and cloud environments. You will support backups, monitor operations, and help ensure recoverability and compliance.

You will collaborate with infrastructure engineers, support teams, and security specialists while developing deeper expertise in data protection technologies and structured processes.

Qualifications

• Relevant IT qualification is required or advantageous.
• Experience in IT support or infrastructure helps.
• Basic understanding of backup/storage concepts is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to document processes accurately.
• Willingness to learn backup/storage technologies.
• Available for night/weekend shifts in a 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities

• Support backup and storage operations and monitor data protection.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, support, and security teams to ensure reliability.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with operational standards.
• Develop deeper technical expertise in backup and storage technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Diploma/Degree/Certification in IT or related field

Job description

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join the Backup and Storage team, focusing on protecting and maintaining organisational data across on-premises and cloud environments. You will support backups, monitor operations, and help ensure recoverability and compliance.

You will collaborate with infrastructure engineers, support teams, and security specialists while developing deeper expertise in data protection technologies and structured processes.