Cloud Consultant

Reports To:  Services Director Ref: ANC/C/0512

Primary Location: 

Bracknell.  This position is office based but will require frequent travel to perform on-site customer engagements.

Purpose:

a) Design, Implementation and  Management of client migrations to a cloud environment, to specifically include:

  • client email migration to Google Apps Email from environments such as Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Domino or Novell Groupwise;
  • subsequent expansion into use of the full range of Google Apps;
  • Provision of other application services through the cloud using virtualisation tools

b) Provision of account specific advice and consultancy to selected existing customers, including

  • Updating them on new features,
  • Providing advice on maximising business benefit
  • Acting as a Trusted Advisor for requests for advice and consultancy from the customer.

c) Development of Applications and Tools for the Cloud including:

  • Use of  “Google App Engine” or other similar tools based on Java and Python
  • Use of Google API and scripting languages
  • Development of  applications  and tools for the cloud, using both scripting and coding languages

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation Responsibilities
  • Scoping, activation, deployment, migration and support of messaging and web security, collaboration managed service solutions based on Google Apps and Google Security and Compliance (Google Postini Services)
  • Scoping, deployment and support of other required Ancoris supplied software and hardware solutions as agreed, including enabling other hosted applications to be accessed through the cloud.
  • Creating technical documentation covering scoping, deployment, design and operations
  • Managing small to medium sized projects
Pre-sales Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver compelling customised demonstrations, presentations and proposals to meet customer/prospect requirements
  • Proactively engage with prospective clients and determine business and technical requirements
  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Ancoris products and services, particularly the Google Apps suite of products,  and articulate product features, business benefits and competitive advantages
  • Take ownership of the production of RFIs/RFPs responses, ensuring the consistency and quality of responses and presentations
Development Responsibilities
  • Designing and Developing applications for the Cloud in response to customer requirements
  • Become company expert in use of Google related coding and scripting tools including use of Python, Java and Google APIs
  • Identify opportunities for development of Tools and Scripts to improve overall delivery of services to customers

Required Competencies and Experience

Education

  • Must have been educated to graduate standard or have equivalent experience
Technical Competencies

Email Migration:
  • Must have over 3 years proven experience in Microsoft Exchange server migration with projects of over 1000 users and demonstrate experience in documenting processes and methodologies
  • Must have understanding of enterprise networking concepts (DNS, TCP, Firewalls, Proxy Servers, DMZ) with a particular emphasis on mail routing and proxy architectures
  • Must have proven experience in deploying and managing Active Directory (or other LDAP) and Exchange
Cloud Development
  • Development experience of moving or creating applications designed for the Cloud
  • Proven use of Java and / or Python
Behavioural Competencies
  • Highly self motivated, and able to project manage and deliver with minimum supervision
  • Ability to leverage 3rd party resources and support
  • Troubleshooting and analysis experience including problem analysis and solving
  • Strong interpersonal skills – a proven team player
  • High integrity – makes and keeps commitments
  • Ambitious to grow with the organisation
  • Ability to withstand pressure
  • Display initiative and self motivation
  • Should have the ability to work credibly at all levels including board and operational levels
  • Be a strong communicator with both Ancoris management and customer project staff
  • Have rigorous attention to detail and apply project standards thoroughly
  • Actively seek and use feedback to enhance professional skills such as technical skills, project management and presentation skills

Applications

If you wish to apply for a position at Ancoris please:
i) ensure that you meet the mandatory requirements in the job descriptions
ii) send your CV together with covering letter or email supporting your application to  careers@ancoris.com
or
HR Department, Ancoris Limited, Atrium Court, The Ring, Bracknell RG12 1BW
No enquiries from recruitment agencies please.

Equal Opportunities

Ancoris is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Successful placement at Ancoris is based entirely on relevant qualifications and experience and on a candidate’s individual merit. Ancoris does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, colour, religion, sex, origin, age, disability or economic status.

 

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