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Johannesburg - South Africa

profile Monthly Salary: ZAR 1 - 1
Posted on: 14 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The IT Technician is responsible for maintaining stable secure and high-performing IT systems while driving automation AI adoption and digital optimization across the firm. This role extends beyond traditional technical support by improving system reliability reducing recurring incidents and identifying opportunities to streamline processes through automation and intelligent tools.

Key Responsibilities

1. Helpdesk & End-User Support

  • Serve as the first point of contact for all IT incidents and service requests

  • Manage and administer the IT helpdesk system (ticket logging prioritization escalation and tracking)

  • Ensure SLA compliance and clear communication with users

  • Diagnose and resolve hardware software network and access-related issues (onsite and remote)

  • Provide structured support to non-technical users

  • Identify recurring issues and implement root cause solutions

  • Maintain a knowledge base to improve first-time resolution rates

  • Track and report on helpdesk performance metrics

2. Infrastructure & Systems Management

  • Maintain and optimise Microsoft Entra device management and Google Workspace environments

  • Monitor system performance capacity and security

  • Implement patch management and preventative maintenance processes

  • Support network stability and endpoint security

  • Conduct system audits and recommend upgrades or improvements

3. Automation & Process Optimisation

  • Identify repetitive IT and business processes suitable for automation

  • Build and maintain automation workflows (e.g. onboarding/offboarding identity lifecycle management)

  • Support system integrations to reduce manual data handling

  • Develop and document automation standards and governance processes

  • Track efficiency improvements and time saved through automation initiatives

4. AI Enablement & Digital Innovation

  • Stay current with emerging AI tools and platforms

  • Support responsible AI tool evaluation governance and adoption

  • Assist teams in configuring and safely using AI-powered tools

  • Contribute to internal AI usage guidelines and best practices

5. Security & Governance

  • Implement and monitor IT security controls

  • Conduct periodic security audits and vulnerability assessments

  • Enforce device compliance and endpoint protection standards

  • Support access management and data governance processes

  • Contribute to digital risk and AI governance frameworks

6. Documentation & Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain accurate system documentation

  • Develop and update SOPs and knowledge base articles

  • Analyse recurring issues and implement preventative solutions

  • Contribute to IT standards and operating model improvement



Requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree or Diploma in IT Computer Science or relevant certification

  • 13 years experience in IT support or systems administration

Technical Experience

  • Experience supporting Google Workspace environments

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Entra administration

  • Familiarity with device management and endpoint security tools

  • Understanding of IT security fundamentals

  • Experience with automation features (e.g. Identity Lifecycle Management SCIM Dynamic Groups Conditional Access) preferred

  • Exposure to AI tools and digital platforms advantageous

Technical Skills

  • Hardware software and network troubleshooting

  • Remote support tools

  • Cloud collaboration platforms (Google Workspace / Microsoft 365)

  • Basic scripting (PowerShell Python or equivalent advantageous)

  • Low-code/no-code automation platforms (advantageous)

  • IT documentation and knowledge management

  • Vendor and asset management

Personal Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Proactive and improvement-oriented mindset

  • Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences

  • High attention to detail

  • Structured and organized approach to work

  • Curious about emerging technology and AI

  • Ownership-driven and service-focused



Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment focused on digital optimization and AI adoption

  • Exposure to automation and advanced cloud technologies

  • Professional growth within systems management and digital innovation

  • Hands-on experience in governance security and enterprise IT operations

  • Collaborative and innovation-driven team culture

  • Competitive remuneration aligned with experience




  • Required Skills:

    Qualifications: Degree or diploma in Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) Relevant certifications related to automation analytics or Google technologies Technical Skills: Strong experience with Google Apps Script Hands-on AppSheet application development Proven experience building Looker Studio dashboards Solid understanding of Google Workspace and system integrations Experience working with structured datasets APIs and data models Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Excellent communication skills (technical and non-technical stakeholders) Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment Advantageous: Experience in consulting or professional services Exposure to process re-engineering or continuous improvement frameworks Experience with BigQuery cloud platforms or data engineering concepts

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