Azure Hyper-V Specialist

3 days ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year


Azure Hyper-V Specialist - 3 Month Contract

Qualifications
Educational Requirements
  • Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Technical Skills
  • Basic understanding of cloud computing principles, particularly Microsoft Azure.
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as Hyper-V or VMware.
  • Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g., VLANs, DNS, IP addressing).
  • Proficiency in using monitoring and management tools for Azure and Hyper-V environments.
Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900).
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Fundamentals.
Experience
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in IT support or a related field (internships or hands-on lab experience in Azure or Hyper-V are acceptable).
Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a customer-centric approach.
Key Responsibilities
1. Virtualization Management
  • Monitor and maintain Hyper-V and Azure virtual machines (VMs) to ensure optimal performance and availability.
  • Assist in provisioning, configuring, and deploying VMs and virtual networks in Azure and Hyper-V environments.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of virtual environments and escalate complex issues as required.
2. System Monitoring and Reporting
  • Monitor system health, resource utilization, and performance metrics using Azure Monitor, Hyper-V tools, and other monitoring platforms.
  • Generate routine performance and status reports.
  • Identify potential issues and recommend optimizations.
3. Incident and Problem Management
  • Respond to Level 1 incidents and service requests related to Azure and Hyper-V environments.
  • Document incidents and resolutions accurately in the service management system.
  • Collaborate with Level 2/3 teams to resolve complex issues.
4. Backup and Recovery
  • Assist in configuring and managing backups for VMs and critical data using Azure Backup and Hyper-V tools.
  • Support recovery operations in disaster recovery scenarios under supervision.
5. System Updates and Maintenance
  • Apply patches, updates, and upgrades to Hyper-V hosts and Azure resources as per established schedules and guidelines.
  • Participate in routine maintenance activities to ensure system reliability.
6. Documentation and Training
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for processes and configurations.
  • Provide basic guidance and support to end-users or other team members regarding Azure and Hyper-V environments.

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