Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To provide subject matter expertise, lead and drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of endpoint solutions and integrated communication systems within a dedicated infrastructure applications portfolio (SBSA) to ensure a secure and efficient work environment as well as seamless communication and collaboration across various platforms. To protect the organisation's computer systems and networks from cyber threats, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data.
Qualifications
- Must have a degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent work experience with over 7+ years of relevant work experience,
- Having Microsoft Certifications on M365 such as MD-100, MD-101, MS-100, MS-101, MS-500, MS-700, MS-720, AZ-104 is a plus
Experience:
- Experience working in a large multi-tenant organization in a consulting or operations capacity is strongly preferred.
- Experience working on multi-phase global implementations is preferred.
- Excellent understanding of Cloud Technologies (SAAS, PAAS & IAAS)
- Basis Understanding on Subscription model & Services offered in M365 Tech Stack
- Understanding of Client Connectivity, Authentication & Authorization, Entra ID Framework , Active Directory
- Deep knowledge of subscriptions to build Enterprise scale end-to-end solutions on Microsoft 365 (E5)
- Office 365 Identity synchronization – planning, design, and deployment of AAD connect service for Office 365 identity management.
- Planning and deployment of Exchange Hybrid with Office 365.
- Office 365 tenant planning and onboarding, tenant assessment
- Office 365 Tenant to Tenant Migration
- Windows PowerShell for automation of day to day administrative and Office 365 configuration tasks
- MS Teams deployment
Additional Information
Key Responsibilities:
- Participates and leads the gathering of client requirements and constraints.
- Engage and drive solution adoption and implementations within complex deployments.
- Drive Microsoft technology adaptation and collaborate with different entities within Microsoft for successful product fitment.
- Ensuring Security at the center of the discussion addressing complex business cases.
- Participates in project planning and contributes to risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Articulating Information
- Checking Details
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Embracing Change
- Following Procedures
- Interpreting Data
- Showing Composure
- Taking Action
- Team Working
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Agile Development
- API Design, Development and Frameworks
- API Engineering
- Application Support
- Availability Management
- Change Control and Management (IT)
- Cloud Platform Engineering
- Cloud Services
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Information Technology Architecture
- Process Analysis and Redesign
- Process Governance
- Project Management (Project Mgmt)
- Project Reporting
- Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
- Quality Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Stakeholder Management
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What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
