IT Service Desk Analyst | Tygerfalls
PSG Konsult Ltd · Cape Town, Western Cape
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- PSG has a great opportunity for an IT Service Desk Analyst to work within a growing financial services organisation, supporting both on-premises and cloud-based environments.
- This role provides first-level technical support to end-users, focusing on Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Intune environments, Asset Management, Desktop Support as well as AD account-related issues with agreed SLAs.
- The analyst ensures accurate ticket logging, initial troubleshooting, and escalation, where necessary, while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
Responsibilities
Incident & Service Request Management
- Receive, log, and categorize incidents and service requests via phone, email, and ITSM tool.
- Provide first-level troubleshooting and resolution for software and connectivity issues.
- Escalate unresolved issues to second-level support, relevant IT Operations or vendors.
- Ensure accurate documentation of all interactions and resolutions in the ITSM system.
Microsoft 365 Support
- Provide first-line support for Microsoft 365 applications Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive.
- Assist users with email configuration, Teams meeting setup, and basic SharePoint access issues.
- Troubleshoot common OneDrive sync problems and guide users on best practices.
- Manage M365 license assignments and permissions.
Microsoft Intune Support
- Enrol and manage devices in Microsoft Intune for compliance and security.
- Assist users with Intune-related issues such as device enrolment, app deployment, and policy application.
- Troubleshoot Intune compliance alerts and escalate complex issues.
- Support mobile device management MDM and endpoint security configurations.
User Account & Access Management
- Process user account provisioning/deprovisioning requests in AD/Entra ID and Microsoft 365.
- Assist with password resets and access permissions in line with security policies.
- Provide user account-related information/report for audit purposes
- Initial regulator user account reviews for audit purposes
Desktop Support
- Provide first- and second-line desktop support to end users
- Install, configure, and maintain end-user devices and business applications
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues
- Support user onboarding, offboarding, and workstation provisioning
- Maintain accurate support documentation and comply with SLA requirements
IT Asset Management
- Ensure IT Asset Management accuracy for assigned areas division/region
- Ensure proper documentation of assets issued to or returned by employees
- Conduct annual IT Asset verification for assigned areas division/region
- Provide IT Asset Management evidence to auditor for assigned area division/region
- Conduct AD/Intune Asset Management clean-up
IT Service Improvements
- Identify and report trends in the service desk environment for the division/region
- Propose continuous improvement initiatives
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives within agreed scope & schedule
Customer Service & Communication
- Own service delivery to assigned area of responsibility division/region
- Maintain professional and courteous communication with end-users.
- Provide management reports, regular updates on ticket status and expected resolution times.
- Educate users on IT policies, best practices, and self-service options.
Documentation & Knowledge Base
- Update knowledge base articles for common issues and resolutions.
- Document troubleshooting steps for recurring problems.
Minimum requirements
- IT-related Degree/Diploma
- ITIL V4 Fundamentals/Practitioner Certification
- IT support certifications CompTIA A+, N+, or equivalent
- 3–5 years in IT support or Service Desk environment.
- 3-5 years working with ITSM tools e.g., Jira Service Management, ServiceNow.
- 3-5 years in Microsoft 365 suite
- 3-5 years in Microsoft Active Directory Administration or Entra ID
- 2-3 year working with IT Change Management processes
Preferred
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals MS-900
- Microsoft Intune Fundamentals.
- Desktop Support Experience, incl. remote desktop support
- Understanding of Internet & network connectivity, e.g. VPNs
- Supervisory experience within an IT Support environment
Skills & Competencies
- Strong self- management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Vendor and contract management experience.
- Troubleshooting and strong resolution skills
- Achievement / Results orientated
- Team Player
- Motivated and positive attitude
Closing date: 23-Aug-2026