Senior Microsoft IT Specialist: Cloud, Security & Infra

HR Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed IT Services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Expert Level IT Technician specializing in Microsoft environments. The role requires advanced skills in Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud architecture with 5+ years of experience. The successful candidate will manage mission-critical systems and ensure stability across cloud infrastructures. A competitive salary of approximately R40,000, depending on experience, is offered, along with the opportunity to work in a high-performance IT environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing Microsoft environments.
• Proven abilities in advanced system administration and cloud architecture.
• Strong understanding of networking and server management without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Microsoft ecosystems.
• Ensure stability for mission-critical systems.
• Handle cloud infrastructure and advanced security technologies.

Skills

Microsoft 365 Admin Centre

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

Windows Server (Setup, Maintenance & Support)

Networking Setup, Maintenance & Administration

Desktop Support (Advanced Level)

Firewall Setup & Maintenance (Sophos required)

Email Migrations

Cloud Architecture (Azure)

Cloud Hosted Server Environments

Hosted Backup Solutions

Patch Management / RMM Tools

ESET Setup & Maintenance

PABX Setup & Maintenance

Education

Microsoft 365 Certifications

A+ / N+

MCSA / MCSE

Azure Certification

Firewall Certifications

VMware Experience

Any IT qualification from a recognised institution

Job description

A leading Managed IT Services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Expert Level IT Technician specializing in Microsoft environments. The role requires advanced skills in Microsoft 365, networking, and cloud architecture with 5+ years of experience. The successful candidate will manage mission-critical systems and ensure stability across cloud infrastructures. A competitive salary of approximately R40,000, depending on experience, is offered, along with the opportunity to work in a high-performance IT environment.