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Networking Service Delivery Field Support Engineer (L1)

Networking Service Delivery Field Support Engineer (L1)

NTT DATA, Inc.WorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
25 days ago
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Your day at NTT DATA - The Networking Service Delivery Field Support Engineer (L1) is responsible for providing a professional first-line onsite technical support and field engineering service to clients by proactively identifying and resolving technical incidents and problems. Through pre-emptive service incident and resolution activities, this role restores service to clients by managing incidents and seeing them through to an effective resolution. The primary objective is to ensure all requests, process events and resolution incidents result in zero missed Service Level Agreement (SLA) conditions. The role manages standard and low complexity incidents, conducts routine tasks while following standard practices and procedures.

Key responsibilities

  • Ensures that the assigned infrastructure at the client site is configured, installed, tested and operational.
  • Ensures that any software that is part of the solution is installed and configured according to client requirements.
  • Proactively identifies problems and errors as they occur and logs such incidents with the required level of detail.
  • Liaises with all stakeholders including client IT environments, carriers and colleagues to expedite diagnosis and resolution.
  • Investigates first line support calls and identifies the root cause of incidents and problems following knowledge articles.
  • Responds to and diagnoses all alerts, escalates to L2 Field Engineer when unable to resolve within the stipulated time.
  • Updates incidents with progress and resolution details in a timely manner using the required platform.
  • Ensures the efficient and comprehensive resolution of incidents and requests.
  • Applies tools, techniques and processes to track, log, report on and correct configuration items, components and changes.
  • Investigates problems in systems, processes and services and assists with the implementation of remedies and preventative measures.
  • Provides first line remote and onsite technical support to clients.
  • Provides first line field engineering services to clients.
  • Reports and escalates issues to 3rd party vendors if necessary.
  • Follows the required handover procedures for shift changes to ensure service continuity.

To thrive in this role, you need to have :

  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to plan activities and projects well in advance and consider changing circumstances.
  • Ability to maintain a positive outlook at work.
  • Ability to work well in a pressurized environment.
  • Ability to work hard and put in longer hours when necessary.
  • Ability to apply active listening techniques such as paraphrasing to confirm understanding.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
  • Ability to place client at the forefront of all interactions, understanding their requirements and creating a positive client experience throughout the total client journey.
  • Academic qualifications and certifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Computing or related field.
  • Associate level certification in Networking technologies such as Cisco CCNA or Aruba ACSA
  • Installation knowledge of the following technologies would be advantageous
  • Cisco Routing / Switching / Wireless
  • Aruba Routing / Switching / Wireless
  • Meraki Routing / Switching / Wireless
  • Required experience

  • Entry level experience in Networking technologies such as routing, switching, Wireless, SDI distribution, core and access layers.
  • Entry level experience in technical support to clients.
  • Entry level experience in diagnosis and troubleshooting.
  • Entry level experience providing remote support in Networking technologies.
  • Workplace type

    Hybrid Working

    About NTT DATA

    NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, and the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also a leading provider of digital and AI infrastructure. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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