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Job Description Technical

Consultant

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John Riseam
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04/02/2014
w: www.risual.com
e: enquiries@risual.com
t: 0845 680 0077
f: 01785 226555

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Job Description Technical Consultant

Date: January 2014

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Job Description Technical Consultant

Date: January 2014

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Overview
risual is a dedicated, UK based, globally recognised IT Services organisation delivering business aligned
consultancy, solutions and services based solely on the Microsoft platform.
Due to continued expansion and customer demand, an exciting opportunity has arisen for Technical
Consultants to join our consulting practices. risual actively support and encourage individuals to take their
career in whichever direction they choose. We motivate and drive individuals to keep moving forward in
obtaining new skills and qualifications.

Purpose
As a Technical Consultant, you will be responsible for the scoping, design, deployment, service delivery and
on-going support of latest Microsoft Technologies in a field based role, delivering for large and enterprise
customers across the UK. risual consulting operates in four practices specialising in various Microsoft
solutions and you will be able to0selct the practice which best meets your interest and skills.

Responsibilities
Your duties will include:
Customer liaison to project requirements, scope and integration with existing systems
Development, configuration, integration, testing, optimisation, implementation and debug of
bespoke customer solutions
Testing of software applications or hardware devices that may be deployed to enhance solution
Resolve technical issues and offer proactive technical support
Development of tools that may be used by others to help provision, manage or troubleshoot
deployments
Documentation of solutions to ensure support teams and other consultants can participate in
support and onward development
Working both remotely and on customer sites where appropriate to perform tasks

Required Skills
You are expected to have some but not all of the following skills:

Knowledge of Windows Server and associated Microsoft Server applications such as Exchange,
Lync, System Center
Concepts of Server Operating Systems and Virtualisation
Understanding of Cloud Computing in particular Office 365 and Azure
Strong documentation skills
Strong problem solving skills
Strong communication skills as the role will be primarily customer focused and will involve
managing customer and stakeholder expectations
Must be able to successfully achieve UK Security clearance

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Date: January 2014

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Desirable Skills

MCSE and any other Server based Microsoft certifications

Detailed knowledge of networking and security
Detailed knowledge of any of the mentioned Microsoft products

Qualifications

University level education

MCP, MCITP or MCSE in relevant Microsoft technologies would be advantageous

Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will have a highly professional approach and good presentation skills. Experience
of working with demanding customers is also key.

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