IT SUPPORT ANALYST CLAREMONT IN SOUTH AFRICA

IT Support Analyst - Claremont Temporary Post Month to month basis Overall Function · Under general supervision, monitors, operates and maintains hardware, software and networks for a national computing platform primarily telephonic support using remote management and other collaboration tools. Configures, assembles and installs computers and/or peripheral equipment. · Provide technical support for all IT service interruptions including but not limited to printer routings, power outages, wiring problems and malfunctioning hardware. · Escalate complex problems to expedite resolution. · Upgrades, modifies and replaces hardware, software and network components. Creating and maintaining user login accounts. · Keep abreast of operational support technologies, industry trends, RI Group standards, and ensure these are adhered to. Responsibilities Providing technical support, resolving incidents via telephone and email. Supporting users remotely using remote management and other collaboration tools. Maintaining a high degree of customer service for all support queries and adhering to all service management principles. Taking ownership of user problems and being pro-active when dealing with user issues. Logging all incidents on the service desk toolset (ServiceNow). Responding to incidents raised by end users and assisting with the resolution of any hardware or software related problems including but not limited to desktops, laptops, telephony, mobile devices and printers. Maintain incident history on service desk toolset of any software or hardware problems detected. Supporting users in the use of computer equipment by providing appropriate training and guidance. Escalating more complex calls to the relevant IT Support colleague. Troubleshoot network connectivity for all business units · Keep abreast of operational support technologies, industry trends, Group standards, and ensure these are adhered to. Qualifications and/or Experience Matric IT Tertiary Qualification essential Microsoft Server Networking (Cisco or other) ITIL (Advantageous) Minimum 3 years proven experience in similar role Relevant Microsoft Server and related technologies Server and end user support technologies, software and hardware Knowledge of major networking components, network operating systems, Network protocols (TCP/IP) an advantage · Google Apps (Advantageous) Additional Information · Competency assessment will be done · 2-3 contactable references required · Start Date: ASAP · Full CV, ID & qualifications to be sent · Criminal and ITC clearance essential (checks will be done) Email: Subject/Reference: IT Support Analyst