Technical Consulting Professional - Cloud

Alnafitha IT; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Technical Consulting Professional. In this role, you will assess client needs and oversee the implementation of tailored technology solutions, requiring 6-8 years of experience and multiple IT certifications. This position offers the opportunity to work across diverse technology domains and enhance client operations.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in business applications or as a technical consultant.
• Must possess ITIL Foundation, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, MCSE Core Infrastructure, and MCSE Messaging certifications.
• Experience with Microsoft Exchange and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and deliver tailored technology solutions.
• Design and approve implementation plans to align with business strategies.
• Mentor team members and establish documentation standards.

Skills

Microsoft Active Directory

SSO/Federation

Azure AD

Microsoft Exchange

AWS

ITIL

Cloud technologies (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Exchange 2016/2013/2010

Microsoft Hyper-V

VMWare

Job description

Overview

Alnafitha IT is a leading independent provider of IT services and solutions in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1993. As a fully Saudi-owned company, we have established ourselves from a startup business to a market leader, offering a comprehensive range of IT solutions tailored to meet the unique requirements of our clients.

Our expertise spans across various domains, including Microsoft, AWS, ManageEngine, and Zoho Solutions, ensuring that we deliver strategic IT solutions that drive digital transformation and operational excellence to our clients. With over 30 years of experience, Alnafitha IT has successfully completed more than 4,000 projects, serving over 3,000 satisfied customers, and collaborating with 65+ partners. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our customer-centric approach, which emphasizes engagement, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of quality in every interaction.

Our vision is to be the Kingdom\'s most customer-centric provider for digital transformation and consultation, fostering innovation and excellence in all our solutions. We are dedicated to optimizing operational efficiency and ensuring effective resource utilization to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability. At Alnafitha IT, we believe in empowering our employees and nurturing their growth, which is essential for driving leadership in technology and customer satisfaction. As we continue to expand our presence in the IT landscape, we remain committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients\' expectations.

Job Summary / Objective

The Technical Consulting Professional at Alnafitha IT is responsible for providing guidance and solutions across diverse technology domains. This role involves assessing client needs, delivering tailored technology solutions, and ensuring successful project execution to enhance client operations and drive business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Needs Assessment
• Lead engagements to understand complex client IT requirements by conducting in depth discussions and strategic assessments with clients to ensure comprehensive understanding and alignment of business goals
• Oversee evaluations of existing systems by directing teams in analyzing system performance and identify critical gaps to drive strategic improvements that enhance client operations
• Solution Design and Implementation
• Design and approve implementation of plans by collaboration with senior leadership to define project scope and objectives to ensure solutions align with broader business strategies and clients’ needs
• Manage the technical implementation process by coordinating resources and schedules to ensure timely deployment and guarantee successful execution while minimizing client disruption
• Support and Troubleshooting
• Offer direct support for teams in resolving complex client issues by establishing frameworks for support and escalation processes to ensure high levels of client satisfaction through effective issue management
• Proactive Services
• Oversee health checks and risk management strategies by analyzing data and providing actionable insights to clients to proactively mitigate risks and enhance system reliability
• Training and Workshops
• Lead training Initiatives for clients and Internal teams by developing and conducting comprehensive training programs to enhance knowledge transfer and promote effective product usage
• Stakeholder Management
• Establish strong relationship with key stakeholders through regular engagement with clients and internal teams to gather insights to faster collaboration and engagement with clients’ objectives
• Documentation and Representation
• Develop and ensure adherence to documentation standards by creating comprehensive documentation for all technical processes to provide clarity and reference for ongoing operations and training
• Mentorship and Leadership
• Mentor team members and lead by example to provide guidance on best practices and project management to cultivate a high performing team and drive successful Initiatives

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field; master’s degree in relevant field
• Experience : 6-8 years of experience in business applications, technical consultant or related position
• ITIL Foundation (Must)
• Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Must)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect professional (Must)
• MCSE : Core Infrastructure (Must)
• MCSE : Messaging (Must)
• Experience in the following technology : +7 (Microsoft : Active Director, SSO / Federation, Azure AD, Microsoft Exchange)
• Experience on Microsoft Exchange 2016 / 2013 / 2010 server, Mail Flow, Exchange Online, Client connectivity (On-prem and cloud), Device management, Load balancing, Authentication and Hybrid Identity technologies.
• Experience with migration of Exchange customers to Office 365 and end to end support and troubleshooting experience of Exchange Online and Office 365 Hybrid solutions.
• Additional skills in Exchange Online Protection, Antigen / Forefront Protection for Exchange.
• Experience in AD Security (ATA, AD backup and recovery, security practices and AD health check)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Server features (ADFS – DFS – RMS – WSUS – WDS – CA – IIS).
• Knowledge of Virtualization (Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare).
• Basic knowledge in SQL database administration and implementation.
• Solid understanding of client / server, networking, and Internet technologies fundamentals.
• Experience with Cloud technology [Saas, Iaas, and Paas]
• Good knowledge for AWS
• Familiar with different migration scenarios
• Active directory, and virtualization
• Proficiency in IT industry terminology and relevant certifications as listed

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alnafitha IT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital or veteran status, disability or handicap, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Alnafitha IT also takes affirmative action to employ, and advance in employment, qualified women, minorities and diversity representations. Alnafitha IT also makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Saudi and Egyptian employment law