[Hiring] 2nd Line IT Support & Project Engineer @Texaport

Role Description

To support our growing client base in the Americas, we are seeking a 2nd Line Support Engineer based in São Paulo to provide escalated technical support to users across the region.

As a 2nd Line Support Engineer, you will act as the escalation point for 1st Line engineers, taking ownership of more complex incidents and service requests across infrastructure, cloud and end-user technologies. You will deliver professional and effective technical support via the ticketing system, phone and remote support tools, while working closely with Texaport’s UK-based senior engineering teams to ensure consistent service delivery across regions.

This role is ideal for an experienced support engineer looking to deepen their technical expertise within a global MSP environment, with clear progression opportunities into 3rd Line, cloud or cyber security specialisms. Additionally, you will assist the UK-based engineers with Projects such as security compliance auditing and implementation, cloud migration and more.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in an IT support role, with at least 1 year at 2nd Line or equivalent level
• Strong experience supporting Windows desktop and server environments
• Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 and Entra ID / Active Directory
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPNs, TCP/IP, firewalls)
• Proven experience working within ticketing systems and SLA-driven support environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to non-technical users

Requirements

• Fluent Portuguese (spoken and written)
• Advanced English (spoken and written), essential for internal collaboration and documentation
• Working Spanish is highly desirable to support clients across Latin America

Benefits

• Opportunity to work for a global MSP with international exposure
• Clear career progression pathways aligned to Texaport’s engineering roadmap
• Training, mentoring and certification support
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Competitive local compensation based on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an escalation point for 1st Line engineers, taking ownership of more complex tickets through to resolution
• Diagnose and resolve intermediate to advanced issues across Windows, Microsoft 365, Azure / Entra ID, networking and endpoint technologies
• Manage tickets through the service desk, ensuring regular communication, accurate documentation and resolution within agreed SLAs
• Escalate appropriately to 3rd Line and specialist teams, providing clear diagnostics, troubleshooting steps and supporting evidence
• Follow and help refine ITIL-aligned workflows and service desk procedures
• Administer Microsoft 365 tenants, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams and Intune
• Manage user identities, groups, permissions and licensing in Entra ID / Active Directory
• Support, configure and troubleshoot networking components such as firewalls, switches, wireless access points and VPNs
• Assist with small project work, migrations, deployments and infrastructure changes
• Carry out proactive monitoring, patching and maintenance tasks across client environments
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, runbooks and knowledge base articles
• Mentor and support 1st Line engineers, sharing knowledge and assisting with technical queries
• Collaborate with colleagues, vendors and third parties to resolve complex incidents
• Contribute to the continual improvement of service desk processes, tooling and customer experience

Working Hours

• Core working hours aligned to the Americas' time zones
• Role supports clients primarily in North and South America, with handover to UK teams as required

Practical Requirements

• A home office or suitable working environment
• A stable internet connection suitable for remote support, voice calls and video meetings

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience with Azure infrastructure, Intune or endpoint management platforms
• Exposure to cybersecurity tooling (EDR, MFA, conditional access, email security)
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft MS-900, AZ-900, MS-102, AZ-104 or CompTIA Network+
• MSP experience or multi-client support background
• Interest in developing towards 3rd Line, cloud or cyber security specialisms

Personal Attributes

• Customer-focused, patient and empathetic approach
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Well organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tickets and small projects
• Eager to learn, develop and take on feedback
• Comfortable working remotely as part of an international team
• Confident mentoring and supporting more junior colleagues