Hyperconverged Infrastructure Specialist

Minimum Desired Experience Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology. VMware: 5-8 years (Required) Dell VXRail: 5-8 years (Required) VMware Certified Professional Certificate (Required) VXRail Implementation Certificate (Required) Microsoft MCA or higher VMware VCP Minimum Desired Competencies Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in the core areas of responsibility, including: Hypervisors like VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Citrix Hypervisor. HCI such as Nutanix, Dell/EMC VxRail, or VMware vSAN VDI solutions such as VMware Horizon or Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops. Switching and routing vendors such as Cisco, Dell, HPE/Aruba, Juniper, or Fortinet. Familiarity with cloud computing environments such as AWS or Azure. Configuration of LDAP solutions like Microsoft Active Directory, Apple Open Directory, Knowledge of Infrastructure Security best practices Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex technical issues, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions. The candidate should be proactive in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure-related problems to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations. Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with team members, stakeholders, and end-users. The candidate should be able to explain technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner and collaborate across different departments. Security Awareness: Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices. The candidate should be able to implement security measures to protect the infrastructure from potential threats and vulnerabilities. Project Management: Ability to plan, execute, and manage infrastructure-related projects effectively. The candidate should be capable of coordinating tasks, setting timelines, and delivering projects within defined scope and budget constraints. Adaptability: Capacity to adapt to changing technologies, industry trends, and organizational requirements. The candidate should be open to learning new skills and technologies to keep the infrastructure up-to-date and aligned with the organization's needs. Team Player: Collaboration and teamwork are essential for success in this role. The candidate should be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, providing support, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the achievement of common goals. Documentation: Strong documentation skills to maintain clear and comprehensive records of infrastructure configurations, changes, and procedures. Proper documentation is crucial for knowledge sharing and troubleshooting. Attention to Detail: Ability to pay close attention to details in infrastructure design, implementation, and maintenance. The candidate should strive for accuracy and precision to ensure the infrastructure's stability and performance. Continuous Improvement: Willingness to continuously improve processes and procedures related to infrastructure management. The candidate should seek opportunities to optimize the infrastructure's performance, security, and efficiency.

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 10/7/2024