Senior Compute Engineer – Windows Server

LOCATION: Johannesburg or Cape Town

Our client is an international solutions provider of digital services. They are actively altering the digital transformation for all their customers around the world. They have a global network that connects them to a variety of specialist hubs and strategic [URL Removed] are currently looking for an Senior Compute Engineer – Windows Server

JOB ROLE DESCRIPTION:
The primary purpose and function of this role is on the delivery of Windows Server services in a project [URL Removed] role will require an engineer with extensive experience in Windows Server system AD migration and implementations projects.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
– PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION AT A HIGH QUALITY STANDARD.
– TECHNICALLY LEAD PROJECT IMPLEMENTATIONS.
– CONTRIBUTING TO LOW LEVEL DESIGN DOCUMENTATION.
– CREATION OF STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND KNOWLEDGE ARTICLES.
– CONSULTATION WITH CUSTOMERS ON REQUIRED SOLUTIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULING AND TECHNICAL PLANNING.
– WORK WITH THE OTHER DEPARTMENTS AS NEEDED DURING PROJECT DELIVERY SUCH AS PMO AND BAU SUPPORT TEAMS AS IT RELATED TO PROJECT IMPLEMENTATIONS.
– LEAD TRANSITION ACTIVITIES IN A PROJECT CAPACITY TO THE EXISTING BAU TEAMS.

DELIVERY RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Attend the Change Advisory Board for customer change requests in a project capacity.
– Attend meetings and working parties to represent the technical project team where necessary.
– Attend customer meetings to provide technical consultancy, usually by VC but occasionally on site.
– Attend customer sites for onsite project related activities.
– Help identify gaps in existing technical documentation, knowledge and skills.
– Creating and maintaining of technical customer documentation during the project phase.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
– Accountable Execution.
– Agile Transformation.
– Cross-Business Engagement.
– Entrepreneurial Spirit.
– Excellent Customer Solutions.
– Impactful Communication.
– Inclusive Teamwork.
– Positive Resilience.
– Self-Driven Learning.
– Smart Decision Making.

REQUIREMENTS:
– Essential (5+ Years)
– Proven track record of previous successfully delivered of Windows Server projects in regard to migrations to new domains or implementation of new windows server solutions.
– Experience in migrating, configuring, troubleshooting, patching and administering the Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems and key roles, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP IIS, FTP, DFSR/ADFS/AD Connect and Clustering.
– Proficient understanding and ability to use PowerShell scripting.
– Desirable Experience of configuring, troubleshooting and administering Antivirus solutions.
– Experience in administrating Microsoft Azure and Office 365.
– Experience of administering/scheduling Backup and Replication Solutions.
– Administration and Configuration of Microsoft System Centre Configuration Manager.
– Experience of configuring, troubleshooting and administering Exchange.

QUALIFICATIONS:
– Graduate or qualified by experience.
– Microsoft MCSA / MCSE
– ITIL Foundation

ADDITIONAL SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:
– A structured and organised approach to complex problem determination and solving.
– Ability to work in a very busy and highly pressurised environment and deal with high impact, high profile incidents, problems, and changes.
– Able and comfortable to solve and troubleshoot problems remotely.
– Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
– A detailed and accurate approach to undertaking all duties.
– The ability to communicate both verbally and electronically in a clear, professional manner.
– A good listener, with the ability to communicate technical issues and resolutions to people of varying technical levels.
– The ability to work with minimum supervision and to maintain a high level of motivation and productivity.
– Client focussed and with customer care / services mindset.
– Professional telephone etiquette.
– Numerate and literate with an eye for detail.
– Professional & diligent team player but able to work independently and be self-motivated.
– Enthusiastic, energetic and confident.
– Light motor vehicle driving licence (Code B or code that includes B) and own reliable transport.
– Ability to obtain security clearance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to find yourself within a fantastic medical environment that will allow you personal and professional [URL Removed] encourage all candidates to read through the job description clearly and properly before applying and submitting your [URL Removed] your CV today!

Desired Skills:

  • Delivery of Windows Server Services
  • Windows Server experience
  • AD Migration and Implementation
  • DNS
  • DHCP IIS
  • FTP

Desired Work Experience:

  • 5 to 10 years IT Networking
  • 5 to 10 years Systems / Network Administration

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Certificate

About The Employer:

ASAP Resources Global is a specialised recruitment agency with a speciality in headhunting and highcalibre recruitment strategies. We secure resources for a variety of clients in many industries on a global scale with a focus on building lasting relationships with all candidates and clients.

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