Senior Specialist: Cloud Consultant at BCX

Core Description

• Responsible for complex Cloud implementations and collaboration with clients to define their cloud strategy. Ensure optimised customer service all times based on client business requirements. Responsible for provision of technical subject matter expertise in the fulfilment of an expert level consulting role.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Assess clients' existing IT infrastructure, applications, and processes to determine their readiness for cloud adoption.
• Collaborate with clients to define their cloud strategy, including goals, roadmap, and governance framework.
• Analyze the financial implications of cloud adoption and develop ROI analyses and business cases.
• Identify opportunities for improving efficiency, scalability, and cost optimization through cloud solutions.
• Conduct market research and stay updated on cloud trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to clients on cloud architecture, security, and compliance.
• Present findings, strategies, and recommendations to clients in a clear and concise manner
• Deliver Strategic and Thought Leadership to existing and new clients, locally and internationally.
• Ensure Quality Standards are improved and maintained.

Core Functional Skills & Knowledge

• Cloud Native Architecture
• Technology Consulting
• Customer Experience Management
• Product Management
• Analytical and Problem Solving

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Job Match
• Applying expertise & Technology
• Creating & Innovating
• Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations
• Formulating Strategies & Concepts
• Presenting and Communicating information

Minimum Qualifications

• NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Information Technology
• OR NQF 4: Grade 12

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

Experience

• A minimum of 7 years Cloud experience of which 3 years must be as a Cloud Strategy Consultant, Cloud Architect, or a similar role.
• Experience in conducting cloud assessments, developing migration strategies, and creating business cases.
• Familiarity with financial analysis and ROI calculations related to cloud adoption.

OR

• A minimum of 9 years Cloud experience of which 3 years must be as a Cloud Strategy Consultant, Cloud Architect, or a similar role.
• Experience in conducting cloud assessments, developing migration strategies, and creating business cases.
• Familiarity with financial analysis and ROI calculations related to cloud adoption

Certifications

• MS Certified Solutions Associate MCSA