Service Operations Second Line Engineer Advania SMB · Cape Town, South Africa ·

Advania Group; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 290,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Advania Group is seeking a motivated Second Line Service Operations Engineer to join our hybrid team. You will provide advanced technical support across M365, Windows Server, networking and security tools while driving automation initiatives to reduce manual work and improve reliability.

You will patch, test, and document DR processes, stay ahead of automation trends, and mentor junior teammates in a collaborative, security-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 24 months'+ experience as a 2nd or 3rd line technical engineer supporting SME's.
• Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified or Azure certifications.
• Certifications or training relating to Microsoft, networking, security, Datto, N-able, or automation technologies would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of IT security, endpoint protection, backup and disaster recovery, networking, and patch management.
• Strong PowerShell or scripting skills would be advantageous, particularly for automation and RMM activities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with an interest in automation, continuous improvement, and emerging technologies.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to mentor colleagues and share technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide second-line technical support for incidents and service requests across a broad range of technologies, including Microsoft 365, Windows Server, networking, and endpoint protection.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Datto BCDR, KeepIT SaaS, Datto SaaS, SentinelOne, Usecure, Clip Training, Windows Defender.
• Patch management and compliance.
• Conduct monthly Disaster Recovery (DR) tests for clients and produce clear, professional documentation of the results.
• Support the development, testing, and deployment of automation workflows to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.
• Stay current with emerging trends in automation and proactively identify opportunities to streamline operations.
• Apply a creative mindset to identify and automate processes that are traditionally considered non-automatable.
• Maintain and support RMM tools such as Datto or N-able, including scripting, alert configuration, and policy management.
• Collaborate with your senior engineer to identify repetitive tasks and assist in building solutions using platforms like Rewst.
• Build and manage patching and automation schedules to ensure device compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) standards.
• Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, internal knowledge base articles, and client-facing reports.
• Work within defined SLAs for both internal and external stakeholders, escalating issues where appropriate and maintaining clear communication throughout.
• Mentor and support engineers, contributing to a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

PowerShell

Automation

Troubleshooting

SLA management

Mentoring

Education

Microsoft 365 Certified

Azure Certifications

Tools

Datto

N-able

Rewst

Job description

Second Line Service Operations Engineer

We are seeking a driven and technically skilled Second Line Support Engineer to join our Service Operations team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic support environment and is passionate about automation and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in resolving technical issues, supporting critical infrastructure and security tools, and contributing to the design and implementation of automation workflows that enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their technical expertise while also developing automation skills that will shape the future of IT service operations.

Salary & Benefits

The budgeted salary for this role is between 26,000 ZAR - 30,000 ZAR a month, depending on experience.

Hybrid working

We recognise the benefits that remote and flexible working brings.

We operate a hybrid working policy that allows our employees to balance time in the office and time from home. Each team within our organisation can decide how to implement this policy. If you have any questions after applying, please reach out to our recruitment team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide second-line technical support for incidents and service requests across a broad range of technologies, including Microsoft 365, Windows Server, networking, and endpoint protection.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to:

  • Datto BCDR

  • KeepIT SaaS

  • Datto SaaS

  • SentinelOne

  • Usecure

  • Clip Training

  • Windows Defender

• Patch management and compliance

• Conduct monthly Disaster Recovery (DR) tests for clients and produce clear, professional documentation of the results.

• Support the development, testing, and deployment of automation workflows to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.

• Stay current with emerging trends in automation and proactively identify opportunities to streamline operations.

• Apply a creative mindset to identify and automate processes that are traditionally considered non-automatable.

• Maintain and support RMM tools such as Datto or N-able, including scripting, alert configuration, and policy management.

• Collaborate with your senior engineer to identify repetitive tasks and assist in building solutions using platforms like Rewst.

• Build and manage patching and automation schedules to ensure device compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) standards.

• Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, internal knowledge base articles, and client-facing reports.

• Work within defined SLAs for both internal and external stakeholders, escalating issues where appropriate and maintaining clear communication throughout.

• Mentor and support engineers, contributing to a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualification and Experience

• 24 months'+ experience as a 2nd or 3rd line technical engineer supporting SME's.

• Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified or Azure certifications.

• Certifications or training relating to Microsoft, networking, security, Datto, N-able, or automation technologies would be beneficial.

• Good understanding of IT security, endpoint protection, backup and disaster recovery, networking, and patch management.

• Strong PowerShell or scripting skills would be advantageous, particularly for automation and RMM activities.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues independently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• A proactive mindset with an interest in automation, continuous improvement, and emerging technologies.

• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to mentor colleagues and share technical knowledge.

About Us:

We are the tech company with people at heart.

At Advania, we believe in empowering people to create sustainable value through the clever use of technology. As one of Microsoft's leading partners in the UK, specialising in Azure, Security, Dynamics 365, and Microsoft 365, we have a proven track record of success in delivering transformational IT services.

Our Selection Process:

We are committed to ensuring an equitable experience for all candidates, regardless of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Please do let us know if you'll need any reasonable adjustments as part of the selection process by highlighting these on your application form.

As part of our commitment to our clients we will need to carry out background checks, including a criminal record check, for all offers of employment. If you have any unspent criminal convictions or questions about the screening process, please notify your recruiter once the application has been submitted.

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