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IT Support Engineer
Location
South Africa
Posted
15 days ago
Salary
R14K - R24.5K / month
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
IT Support Engineer
Pear Tree.
• Resolve escalated technical support tickets and provide advanced troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network-related issues. • Administer and support Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), including user account and permissions management. • Support and maintain Windows Server environments and assist with general system administration tasks. • Investigate system performance issues and identify root causes to ensure optimal system reliability. • Troubleshoot VPN connectivity, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and other networking issues. • Support backup and disaster recovery processes to maintain business continuity. • Maintain accurate technical documentation, including procedures, configurations, and issue resolutions. • Liaise with third-party software vendors to resolve complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution.
Job Requirements
- 2 to 4+ years of experience in IT Support, including previous experience in a 2nd Line Support role
- Strong experience administering Microsoft 365 and Windows Server environments
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and VPN troubleshooting
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote team environment
- Able to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple priorities and resolving complex technical issues
- Desirable: Experience with database troubleshooting
- Cybersecurity awareness and best practices
- Experience supporting SaaS platforms or insurance software applications.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and skill set
- 100% remote role — work from home anywhere in SA
- Paid local holidays aligned with the UK business calendar
- Opportunities for training and professional growth
- Work directly with a supportive UK team — no agency middleman
- Long-term engagement with a stable and growing business
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