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We leverage proven technology, specialist teams, and extensive domain expertise to create robust technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. Our mission is fueled by a passion for technology as a means to solve complex business problems and achieve our clients' objectives.\nAbout the role:\nSupport customers to conduct in-depth discovery to understand current state. Develop comprehensive and customised hybrid infrastructure solutions that address client business needs, leveraging solutions such as on-premise, private cloud, and public cloud technologies. Develop detailed implementation plans and timelines, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project objectives.\nManage the technical implementation of solutions, coordinating with internal and external resources to ensure successful deployment and configuration.\nLead technical discovery workshops and translate requirements into high- and low-level designs.\nDevelop solutions leveraging Dell, Nutanix, Cisco, Microsoft & AWS technologies.\nCollaborate with sales, delivery, and vendor teams to ensure successful project outcomes.\nStay current with emerging technologies and industry trends\nAct as a trusted advisor to customers, guiding their digital transformation & AI Adoption journey.\nRequirements\nKnowledge & expertise in:\nNutanix \nNetapp\nDell Backup Solutions\nSCCM\nCIS hardening using GPO’s\nHyperconverged infrastructure\nEnterprise compute and storage\nBackup & recovery solutions\nNetworking and security\nCloud platforms\nExperience designing hybrid and multi-cloud environments\nSolid understanding of virtualization, backup, DR, and security best practices.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills\nPre-sales experience is highly desirable\nCommercial acumen\nStrong Business / Industry Awareness\nAbility to adapt to change\nDesirable Certifications\nTOGAF\nNutanix NCP / NCM\nDell Technologies\nCisco Datacentre\nVMware\nMicrosoft\nAWS\nBenefits\nAt Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package:\nPersonalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. \nFlexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. 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