Cape Town: Technical Support Analyst (12-Month Contract) (CPT Onsite) posted by Datafin

About the Role

Datafin, an independent asset management firm, is seeking a strong technical and results-driven Technical Support Analyst to fill a 12-Month Contract role in Cape Town. The successful candidate will ensure seamless IT support for software, hardware, and applications across regional and global teams, both on-site and remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver responsive and effective 1st/2nd line support for software, hardware, and core applications via ServiceNow, Microsoft Teams, walk-ups, or phone.
• Accurately log and manage incidents and service requests, maintaining detailed records in line with ITIL best practices.
• Provide clear, user-friendly communication and technical guidance to end-users of varying technical abilities.
• Maintain and update tickets with relevant progress notes and status updates.
• Own incidents from initial report to resolution, ensuring minimal handovers and timely follow-ups.
• Prioritize and manage multiple open cases, escalating as needed with full context and troubleshooting steps taken.
• Use tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, and ServiceNow Virtual Agent to streamline tasks and improve user experience.
• Proactively diagnose and resolve issues, leveraging logs and monitoring tools to prevent repeat incidents.
• Collaborate with internal technical and product teams to resolve complex or systemic issues.
• Maintain real-time communication with users during incidents to ensure a positive and transparent support experience.
• Contribute to and update the knowledge base to enable user self-help and team learning.
• Analyse support trends to identify recurring issues, suggesting process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Perform user administration tasks: password resets, AD group updates, etc.
• Participate in on-call and after-hours support on a rotational basis.
• Promote self-service portals and digital adoption, educating users on best practices.
• Uphold company policies regarding data security, compliance, and confidentiality.
• Share knowledge, mentor team members, and promote a collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience/Skills

• 3+ Years of experience in IT Support, Service Desk or IT Service Management with a focus on remote support and high-volume requests.
• ITIL knowledge and experience applying ITSM best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for software, hardware and cloud environments, supporting users remotely across different locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11, Azure, Intune, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams.
• Knowledge of IT asset and application management, including Citrix, Bloomberg, FactSet, ThinkFolio or Charles River.
• Experience with IT security tools such as Mimecast, anti-virus solution and endpoint security platforms.
• Experience with endpoint monitoring tools (e.g. SysTrack) for proactive troubleshooting and automation.
• ServiceNow expertise – administration, configuration, development, workflows, automation and integrations.
• Tech-first mindset, embracing AI and automation driven tools like PowerApps, Microsoft Copilot.

Attributes

• Excellent communication skills clear, proactive and user-focused support.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, evolving IT environment.
• A client-focused and collaborative approach.
• Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information.
• Driven by results.
• The ability to approach and own and continuously seeks out opportunities for development.