Cross Technology Service Delivery Field Support Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the assigned infrastructure at the client site is configured, installed, tested and operational.
• Ensures that any software that is part of the solution is installed and configured according to client requirements.
• Proactively identifies problems and errors as they occur and logs such incidents in a timely manner with the required level of detail.
• Liaises with all stakeholders including client IT environments, carriers and colleagues to expedite diagnosis of errors and problems and to identify a resolution.
• Investigates second line support calls assigned and identifies the root cause of incidents and problems following knowledge articles.
• Responds to and diagnoses all alerts, escalating to L3 Field Engineer when unable to resolve within the stipulated time.
• Ensures incidents are updated with progress and resolution details in a timely manner using the required platform.
• Ensures the efficient and comprehensive resolution of incidents and requests.
• Applies tools, techniques and processes to track, log, report on and correct configuration items, components and changes.
• Investigates problems in systems, processes and services and assists with the implementation of agreed remedies and preventative measures.
• Provides second line remote and onsite technical support to clients.
• Provides second line field engineering services to clients.
• Reports and escalates issues to 3rd party vendors if necessary.
• Follows the required handover procedures for shift changes to ensure service continuity.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to plan activities and projects well in advance and take into account possible changing circumstances.
• Ability to maintain a positive outlook at work.
• Ability to work well in a pressurized environment.
• Ability to work hard and put in longer hours when it is necessary.
• Ability to apply active listening techniques such as paraphrasing the message to confirm understanding, probing for further relevant information and refraining from interrupting.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to place the client at the forefront of all interactions, understanding their requirements and creating a positive client experience throughout the total client journey.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Computing or related field.
• Professional level certification in different Data Centre technologies such as Cisco, NetApp, EMC - Ex: CCNP (DC), ONTApp etc.
• Professional level certification in different Networking technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, F5, CCNP, JNCIP, ACMP etc.