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Octopus is proud to be part of the Robusta Technology Group (RTG), a leading tech consultancy group. With a decade of experience and a successful track record of delivering over 300 projects across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, RTG has established itself as a preferred employer in the Egyptian market. Octopus and Robusta are building a bridge between Europe and Africa, creating tailored hub solutions to connect companies with top talent across the globe.
Octopus by RTG is hiring for a reputable insurance company with headquarters in Riyadh a skilled Monitoring Team Lead to join the team.
Responsibilities
- Network Monitoring & Incident Management
- Oversee IT operation alerts, network performance degradation, and consistently monitor and analyze network performance.
- Provide escalation and notification for Minor, Critical, and Major incidents/outages.
- Monitor network/entities daily and handle escalations as needed.
- Perform initial issue analysis and restoration if possible (1st line of support).
- Respond to the Network Customer Support Team within agreed SLA timeframes.
- Create, update, and manage trouble tickets for detected problems.
- Ensure accurate capture of docket information in activity/work logs for Major and Critical trouble tickets.
- Manage technical escalations to ensure faults are resolved within agreed SLAs.
- Perform escalation and notification to keep management and other business units informed during system outages, including updates in relevant communication channels like WhatsApp groups and SMC manager updates.
- Prepare 24-hour activity and daily reports, tracking Major and Critical Outages details.
- Assist the operation team with process improvement and ongoing development of tools and systems.
- Ensure proper work progress, shift handover, data communication, daily reports, and other mandatory reports are completed by the team.
- Act as shift lead when required.
- Follow up on network events, especially Critical and Major issues, and update the customer counterpart accordingly.
- Handle multitasking during node isolation and escalation processes, syncing with 2nd line support and informing concerned teams.
- Tackle and escalate complaints related to charging nodes in close coordination with BO teams.
- Take ownership of escalating IT Core elements and System Alerts based on severity and timeliness.
- Participate in business continuity efforts, handling emergency infrastructure issues as needed.
- Perform daily checks on pending alerts and follow up for clearance.
- Address customer management requests/queries as required.
Authority
- Suggest potential competence development for team members to the Monitoring Manager.
- Support and propose uniform organizational processes.
- Assist the Monitoring Manager with process and team structure changes as needed.
- Suggest severity levels for major incidents.
- Escalate technical support constraints to the manager.
- Interact efficiently with concerned persons to resolve issues promptly.
- Support the Monitoring Manager in audits and provide required data.
Main Tasks
- Ensure team utilizes all available tools like SolarWinds and AppDynamics.
- Support the COMMAND CENTER in daily operations.
- Propose actions and initiatives to enhance daily operations within the COMMAND CENTER.
- Assist in preparing reports as requested by management.
Requirements
Competence Requirements
- General Competence
- Team player with strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly.
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on achieving optimal results.
- Open to problem-solving and handling new proposals.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire and apply new skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Proficient in MS-Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Macros.
- Technical Competence
- Good knowledge of IT services and basic network control (system, hardware/software) and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to understand performance reports and monitor network KPIs.
- Conduct continuous daily audits of alert counts and follow up with teams.
- Handle, escalate, and follow up on outages related to national and international network disturbances.
- Knowledgeable in network implementation and integration processes.
- Strong PC skills.
Training, Education, and Experience
- Vendor or operator certification with participation in official training courses.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in operation and maintenance implementation/support or a service environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries paid in USD.
- Working with Tech gurus.
- Working from an outstanding work office space in New Cairo.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
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Last updated on Aug 26, 2024