Senior Helpdesk / IT Operations Engineer

Senior Helpdesk / IT Operations Engineer

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

ITE007794/Kar

Date posted

Friday, June 26, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

Are you a senior IT support professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys solving high‑impact technical challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of escalations, automation, and infrastructure improvements in a fast‑paced, modern IT environment.

POSITION INFO

Company and Job Description: Join a dynamic IT operations environment where you will act as a senior escalation point, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency across systems and services. You will play a key role in improving infrastructure, streamlining processes through automation, and supporting critical business systems. This role offers the opportunity to work across cutting‑edge technologies, including cloud platforms, identity management, and network security. You will collaborate with technical teams while also taking ownership of complex incidents and system optimisation, directly impacting service delivery and operational performance. Key Responsibilities: Act as the senior escalation point for complex technical incidents across systems, networks, and cloud services Drive automation initiatives using tools such as PowerShell, Intune, and workflow automation platforms Manage and enhance identity and access control using Entra ID, Conditional Access, and M365 security policies Troubleshoot and support hybrid network environments, including VPN and cloud connectivity Handle escalated security cases such as compromised accounts and authentication issues Improve processes, documentation, and runbooks to enhance service efficiency Support incident response during outages and provide clear technical direction Collaborate with teams to optimise infrastructure and improve system reliability Job Experience and Skills Required: Education: Relevant qualification in IT, Computer Science, or related field Experience: Minimum 5+ years' experience in IT Operations or Support 2-3 years' experience in a senior or escalation role Experience working in fast‑paced environments Technical Skills: Strong expertise in Azure and Entra ID (hybrid identity, RBAC, Conditional Access) Endpoint management using Intune and Autopilot Networking knowledge (routing, DNS, VPN, Wi‑Fi, VLANs) Experience with Microsoft 365 environments and security tools Proficiency in PowerShell scripting or automation tools Advantageous: Experience with VPN/ZTNA solutions and cloud network architectures Exposure to M365 E5 security stack (Defender, Purview, compliance tools) Additional Requirements: Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills Ability to work under pressure and manage critical incidents Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Self‑driven with a focus on continuous improvement and service excellence Apply now! For more exciting IT vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Data Engineer Software Developer Data Analyst Infrastructure Architecture …and more! If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.' For more information, contact: Karmishka Naidoo Specialist Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!