Junior Data Analyst (Backup and Storage 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

We are looking for a junior professional to join the Backup and Storage team responsible for protecting and maintaining organisational data across on-premises and cloud environments. You'll collaborate with infrastructure engineers, support teams, and security specialists to ensure that backups are reliable, recoverable, and compliant with operational standards. As a Junior Data Analyst, you'll play a key role in monitoring and supporting backup and storage operations while developing deeper technical expertise in data protection technologies.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Diploma, Degree, or Certification in Information Technology or a related field (A+ / N+ advantageous).
• Previous exposure to IT support, system administration, or infrastructure environments.
• Basic understanding of backup or storage concepts (advantageous but not required).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow structured processes and maintain accurate documentation.
• Willingness to learn specialised backup and storage technologies.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends, in a 24/7 support environment.

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