Job description:

Business unit, Department, Reporting Business Unit: Operate Department: Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions Job grade: S6

 

Core Description

Install, manage, troubleshoot, and optimise SAN and storage in an enterprise environment where 90% of the landscape is virtualised using VMWare.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Install and configure Storage devices and Storage Area Networks according to best practise guidelines.
• Plan and implement firmware upgrades and address vulnerabilities of all storage devices and SAN infrastructure.
• Zone initiators and targets and conduct regular zone and alias maintenance in line with best practises.
• Perform disaster recovery using storage functions and features like replication, snapshots, and clones.
• Compile documentation and keep detailed baselines current and relevant to the environment.
• Monitor and configure dashboards for both proactive and reactive response approaches.
• Automate daily storage and SAN tasks to optimise and improve our services.
• Analyse storage data for proactive trending and troubleshooting, to improve availability and stability of the services we deliver.

Core Functional Skills & CapabilitiesTroubleshooting Infrastructure Technology Problem solving ICT KnowledgeCore Behavioural CompetenciesWorking with people Applying expertise & Technology Learning & Researching Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations Coping with pressures & setbacksMinimum QualificationsNQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science OR NQF 4: Grade 12Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage Experience

3 years’ experience within a storage environment within the ICT sector. Experience of storage functions (e.g. replication) and features (e.g. deduplication) with real-world experience in various applications and operating systems and protocols.

 

5 years’ experience within a storage environment within the ICT sector. Experience of storage functions (e.g. replication) and features (e.g. deduplication) with real-world experience in various applications and operating systems and protocols.

CertificationsHuawei Brocade SAN VMWare Operating SystemProfessional Memberships in Relevant Industry Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Engagement will all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Special Requirements / Employment ConditionValid Drivers license Willing to travel Ability to work staggered hours, shifts, overtime and respond to call-outsWorkplace / Physical RequirementsFull-time Client Based Position Billable