Senior IT Support Specialist – Renewable Energy Sector

Copper Quail; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Senior IT Support Specialist to manage and optimize its IT infrastructure. Responsibilities include providing advanced support for Microsoft 365 and managing Azure and AWS environments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in IT, over 8 years of relevant experience, and strong expertise in networking and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in IT support with Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud platforms.
• Certifications such as MS-700 / MS-900, CCNA / CCNP, AWS Cloud Practitioner, or Azure Administrator advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, and cybersecurity controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support for Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Intune.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco networks, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Manage Azure and AWS environments, ensuring performance and security.
• Support system automation through PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Networking

Cloud technologies

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in IT or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft 365

Cisco

Azure

AWS

PowerShell

SQL

Job description

A leading renewable energy company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Senior IT Support Specialist to manage and optimise its IT infrastructure and cloud systems. This is a hands‑on technical role that requires strong expertise in Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support for Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Intune.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco networks, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Manage Azure and AWS environments, ensuring performance, security, and cost efficiency.
• Support system automation through PowerShell, Power Automate, and Microsoft Graph API.
• Oversee device compliance, data security, and disaster recovery systems.
• Maintain IT documentation, policies, and compliance (including POPIA).

Requirements

• Degree in IT or Computer Science.
• 8+ years’ experience in IT support with Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud platforms.
• Certifications such as MS-700 / MS-900, CCNA / CCNP, AWS Cloud Practitioner, or Azure Administrator advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of SQL, routing, switching, and cybersecurity controls.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills.