DarrynZA

CISCO/AVAYA IPT Technology Specialist/Integration Specialist
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Type: Contractual (6 to 9 Months) + Possibly be extended
Remuneration: Negotiable + Accommodation + Transport

Overview
Unison is looking for an experienced individual with extensive Technical knowledge and Development or Specialist experience within the Cisco and/or Avaya IPT Voice environments. This individual will be expected to deliver by fast-tracking Unison’s development and expertise into these environments.

The ideal candidate should be available for a short-term engagement (6 to 9 month contract) that could possibly be extended based upon delivery or further interest from Unison.
The candidate must understand the deployment and standard configurations of these environments and must be capable of performing these configurations.
The candidate must have the ability to understand and present the Integration Interfaces provided by these switches (such as Avaya AES or Cisco AXL) and be able to configure the environments for integration through these interfaces.
The candidate must also understand all aspects of configuring Virtualised Multi-Site environments, and have the ability to configure such an environment.

Proof of relevant work experience in all the above listed abilities is preferable.

This opportunity allows for the suitable individual to work and live in Cape Town for a fixed-term contract. Unison will provide for accommodation and transport for the period of the contract. This is the perfect time if you are a football fanatic with World Cup 2010 just around the corner.

Delivery Dimensions:
1. Std. Deployment Models
2. Std. Configuration Models
3. Multi-Site Environments (Virtualised and Non-Virtualised)
4. Key Underlying Technologies (VOIP, Video, etc)
5. Integration & Interfaces
6. Product Versions and Product Lines

Key Environments:
1. Cisco Unified Communications Manager
2. Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express
3. Avaya Communication Manager
4. Avaya Aura

Key Attributes:
1. Mentorship/Training – The candidate must be able train and develop a team into a new technology area.
2. Communication - The candidate must be able to articulate and express concepts, ideas and technical details in an understandable manner.
3. Documentation – The candidate must be able to detail standard setups and concepts for technology reference purposes.

Beneficial Qualifications:
1. CCIE in Voice Networks
2. Avaya Certified Professional in Voice Networks
3. Engineering or Software Development Degree, Diploma or Equivalent

About Unison
Unison Communications (Pty) Ltd. is a successful South African ICT software developer for the past 25 years. The company provides leading edge, self-developed call management technologies (call billing, voice management and business intelligence solutions) as well as consultative services to a majority of South Africa’s Top 500 companies as well as several major clients internationally.


Should you wish to be considered for the position, please submit your 2-3 page resume or curriculum vitae, with a one page motivation letter to vacancies@udl.unison.co.za .

All applications must be made in English. Submissions in MS Word or PDF format. No phone calls please.