Tech Officer: Systems Engineer (Storage) - Western Cape, Bellville

BCXP; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineer to enhance their backup solutions and provide specialized technical support. In this role, you will install, monitor, and maintain backup systems while collaborating with various divisions to optimize service delivery. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with service level agreements. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for technology, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values skill development and provides a platform for professional growth while ensuring high standards of service delivery.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in enterprise data protection with valid certifications.
• NQF 4: Grade 12 National Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, test and maintain backup solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance through analysis and problem solving.

Skills

Technical Report writing

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Customer Focus

ICT Knowledge

Education

Grade 12 National Diploma

Tools

VMWare

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)

Cloud certification (AWS, GCP or Azure)

VEEAM

Commvault

NetBackup

Python

PowerShell

Job description

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Tech Officer: Systems Engineer (Storage) - Western Cape, Bellville

Reports to: Manager - Backup and Storage

Core Description

Install, monitor, test and maintain backup solutions. To provide specialised technical support (technology specific) and guidance through high level analysis, diagnosis and problem solving. This includes support, installation, implementation of IT systems for client specific projects.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Drives continuous service improvement and optimisation of the operational landscape.
• Acts as the customer interface between Customer 3rd parties in planning, implementation, maintenance and during incidents.
• Assist in the evaluation of product sets, product features and functions to drive landscape maturity and stability.
• Active support and maintenance of infrastructure in alignment to defined levels of quality, standards and operability as defined within negotiated and agreed service level agreements, service level parameters or contracts. From service transition, for the duration of the service agreement until migration or decommissioning.
• Review and maintain technical infrastructure standards & procedure.
• Evaluate operational compliance and assist in audit reviews and risk identification and mitigation.
• Participate in and assist in defining thresholds for monitoring, alerting and support.
• Identify operational trends through analysis to proactively manage client environments.
• Collaborate and strive to optimise engagement between BCX Divisions to establish and enhance relationships with customers and vendors.
• Certification and Re-certification of products to ensure highest standards of skill to ensure high standard of service delivery.
• Support and mentor junior team members to ensure skills improvement.
• Standby and Afterhours support to ensure adherence to contract SLA.

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

• Technical Report writing
• Troubleshooting
• Teamwork
• Customer Focus
• ICT Knowledge

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Applying expertise & Technology
• Deciding & Initiating Action
• Following instructions & procedures
• Working with people
• Culture Match
• Job Match

Minimum Qualifications

NQF 4: Grade 12 National Diploma.

Experience

2 years of experience in modern enterprise data protection in an operational capacity with a broad spectrum of support roles and valid certifications.

Certifications

• ITIL
• VMWare
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)
• Cloud certification (AWS, GCP or Azure) preferred
• VEEAM
• Commvault Certification Engineer level required (Certified Expert preferred)
• Python and or PowerShell (experience advantageous)
• NetBackup

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

• Valid Drivers license
• Ability to work extended /long hours as and when required