Solutions Architect / Cloud Architect - Umhlanga Verfied

R 40k-60k per month Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal more than 14 days ago 23-06-2016 6:16:14 PM
21-07-2016 6:16:14 PM
JOB PURPOSE:

Provide client facing technology solutions using hybrid cloud technology.
Design client architecture and perform presales function for hybrid cloud infrastructure as a service solutions enabling our clients to benefit from the latest technology offerings.
Enhance IT/Business synergy where possible.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design and deploy effective cloud and hybrid solutions for large enterprises
• Design and deploy effective VOIP architecture for customers
• Automation of cloud utilisation and VOIP billing
• Proactive Management/Maintenance Client environment
• Ensure Operational Efficiency of ‘Service’ delivered by Client facing technology
• Protection/Security of Clients’ Digital Information stored and mobile
• Ensure Operational efficiency of clients and IT escalations support
• Team Management and Mentoring to junior staff
• Performing Core Administrative/Procedural Duties and documentation of standards and processes
• Improve desktop support and other end user services through documentation and processes
• Understanding, enforcing and living by best practice methodologies
• Improve business and IT synergy through communication and awareness
• Provide hands-on Support to others within Cloud Logic
• Coordinate and lead technical desktop and application projects
• Contributing to team effort and success in all areas of support
• Contribute to and measure professional development
• Providing Strategic Input and maintain a constant awareness of clients’-co strategic direction
• Deliver/Promote the highest levels of Client Service to all areas of the business


SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to design and deploy effective cloud and hybrid solutions for large enterprises.
• Perform WAN routing configurations
• Perform switch level configurations and LAN routing
• Able to do Fortigate device configuration
• Able to troubleshoot WAN/LAN connectivity issues
• Able to monitor/troubleshoot connectivity issues using performance management tools
• Must be strong in documentation
• Must be able to interpret key performance metrics to optimize service levels
• Deliver the highest levels of network service to supporting users and applications
• Able to run with connectivity or communication based projects without supervision
• Work with end-user team in isolating application related issues as a result of poor Telco performance
• Drive innovation in the telecommunications space with innovation and self-motivation
• Mentor other members within the team to handle self-repair and problem analysis
Work with the necessary network vendors to drive performance and stability


TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience in Cloud Architecture and services
• Windows Server or Desktop (MCSE) experience
• ITIL certified and/or suitable qualifications (ITIL)
• Must be fluent in Active Directory, administration (MCITP)
• Must have helpdesk background
• Desktop/device systems management and automated deployment (SCCM)
• Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint 2007/2010.
• Strong Telecommunications and architecture background.
• Strong Applications delivery and architecture (MCITP)
• Desktop Architecture and Systems management (MCITP)
• Must be strong with Technology Management toolset .
• Data security, Data reporting and data analysis background preferable.

*MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) or MCTS (Technology Specialist) or equivalent

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Candidate should be passionate about technology and the application of technology to drive business value. Should be someone who is excited with new technologies and is constantly abreast of developments in the ICT sector

Closing date 10 July 2016