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CLOUD APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Cloud Applications Spe...t will be responsible for the design and development of distributed software modules that integrate with and support the cloud service offering.

The specific responsibilities shall include :
Working with the Cloud Services team to ensure that cloud development and implementation projects are delivered on time, within scope and according to defined quality specifications.
Complying with internal processes and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction and service level objectives (SLO) are met.
Design and development of cloud ready applications and hybrid cloud strategies for existing customers that leverage the public cloud e.g Azure

Communications and Work Relationships   
The successful candidate will be required to work closely with the:

Technical team (IP ,Operations Support, Technical Sales)
Information Technology (IT) team
Service Delivery team
Sales team

QUALIFICATION:   
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences, Information Management or related engineering field is preferred
ITIL, Prince2/PMP certifications are strongly desired.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a virtualization environment.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 
Experience with Microsoft public, hybrid and private cloud will be an added advantage
Minimum 4 years’ experience - architecture and deploying of Web Services on SOA platform
Expert user of Shell, VBScript, PHP, Python, Java
Experienced with software development methodologies
Track record of successful project delivery.
Must have Windows/Linux/Unix skills.
Four years or more of IT Service Management, data centre, server, and storage management, virtualization, networking, systems management, and project management are recommended.
Strong Cloud experience skills (AWS or Azure)
Good understanding of Windows Server and Active directory.
Powershell scripting experience will be an added advantage.
Certifications in Linux, Hyper-V, Windows Server, Microsoft System Centre, VMware, Storage, and other Cloud Technologies considered a plus for this position.
Excellent customer engagement skills
Innovation skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills

DEMANDS OF THE JOB:   
Ability to work long hours and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

CLOUD NETWORK ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handle end to end integration/operations/Support of L2/L3/IPsec services  on the cloud platform
Provide network deployment, configuration, support and upgrades of Firewalls, Load balancers, WAN accelerators, Switches, Routers as well VPN services.
Documentation of networking procedures, design documentation, Performance and Reporting as well as operational procedures.
Provide second level support for cloud customer complaints especially for network infrastructure related problems
Support ticket / queue management
Provide support to Manage IP address’ and scopes as well as DNS records
Perform software, hardware and network maintenance and configuration changes as required.
Identify, recommend and implement potential improvements to service efficiency.
Driver move major initiatives forward while consistently thinking of the bottom-line impact of the efforts.
Ensure quality, up-to-date documentation exists for all service arrangements
Communications and Work Relationships 
The Cloud Network Engineer will report directly to the Cloud Operations Manager. And will work closely with members of the Cloud team, Managed Services, GNOC, Technical Sales, Project Management, Service delivery and members of other teams as required from time to time.

QUALIFICATION:   
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Information Communication Technology or Engineering
Network/Security Certifications (CCNA,CCNP,FCNA,FCNP) is strongly desired
Certifications in Linux, Hyper-V, Windows Server, Microsoft System Centre, VMware, Storage, and other Cloud Technologies considered a plus for this position.
At least five years industry experience  in a networking/virtualized environment

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:   
Thorough understanding of network protocols: TCP/IP, OSPF, SIP, MPLS/EVPL, BGP, RIP e.t.c.
Experience with software defined networks ( Microsoft HNV, VMware NSX, Cisco ACI )
Must have strong Network Virtualization/Networking/Network Security skills
Extensive knowledge of both layer 3 and layer 7 Firewalls and IDS/IPS particularly with Fortinet/Cisco
Strong Routing and Switching skills and experience
Proficiency with Network load balancing appliances particularly with F5 /Kemp devices
Experience with IPSEC/SSL VPN setup and support strongly desired
Ability to communicate effectively emphasizing written, oral and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills
Familiarity with ITIL processes would be an advantage
Understanding of Cloud Computing and Virtualization.
Experience with Windows/Linux/Unix is considered a plus.
Experience with Microsoft public, hybrid and private cloud will be an added advantage.

DEMANDS OF THE JOB:   
Problem solving ability
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to take ownership
Prioritizing ability
Troubleshooting ability

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