Centralised Services Engineer
--Sandton--
One of ICT Broker’s Clients are Hiring a Centralised Services Engineer | Johannesburg, South Africa(Hybrid/Onsite)
ICT Broker’s client, a forward-thinking Managed Services Provider (MSP), is looking for a Centralised Services Engineer to join their dynamic team. If you're passionate about automation, cloud platforms, and driving operational excellence across IT environments, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Position Title: Centralised Services Engineer
Location: Sandton, Gauteng (In-person)
Salary: Market related dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
The Centralised Services Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation, optimisation, and innovation of both internal and client-facing IT environments. This position demands deep technical expertise in infrastructure architecture, cloud systems, automation, and MSP tools. You’ll act as a key escalation point for the helpdesk team and drive improvements through scripting, tool integration, and proactive system management.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the deployment and management of MSP tools (RMM, PSA, Backup, Antivirus, Patch Management).
- Automate processes and develop scripts to enhance efficiency and reduce recurring issues.
- Monitor client environments, manage backups (Veeam, Acronis, Azure/AWS), and ensure data integrity.
- Administer Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Intune platforms.
- Configure and support firewalls (Fortinet, Sophos, Ubiquiti), servers, and networking infrastructure.
- Monitor client environments and respond to alerts, following incident response procedures.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and proactive service delivery remain top priorities.
- Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and 3rd-line support for escalations from Level 1 & 2 engineers..
- Deliver internal training and maintain documentation across centralised services.
- Evaluate and integrate new MSP tools and drive continuous improvement.
What They’re Looking For
Qualifications & Certifications:
- IT-related tertiary qualification or degree (Computer Science / IT).
- Industry certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Fortinet, Sophos, Cisco, or equivalent).
Required Experience:
- 8+ years in IT support, with 5+ years in MSP service management.
- Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and backup technologies.
- Advanced networking and firewall expertise (Fortinet, Sophos, Netgear and Ubiquiti).
- Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python) and automation.
- Excellent communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.
- Relevant IT qualifications and certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, AWS, Fortinet, Azure)
- Exposure to security platforms like Sophos, CrowdStrike, and WithSecure.
- Experience with N-able N-Central.
- Comfortable working after hours when needed.
- High attention to detail and process orientation.
- Ability to manage projects, tasks, and escalations effectively.
- Professional appearance, punctuality, and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and within a team and to work under pressure.
Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and process orientation.
- Ability to manage projects, tasks, and escalations effectively.
- Professional appearance, punctuality, and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and within a team.
Additional Requirements
- Reliable own transport is essential.
- Must be based in or near Sandton, Gauteng.
- Availability for in-person work at the office and client sites.
Ready to Apply?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to join a dynamic, forward-thinking MSP team, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply: Submit your CV and answer the application questions to confirm your experience and availability.
Make your next career move a strategic one. Apply today and grow with a company that values expertise, efficiency, and professional growth.
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