Configuration Manager - Afghanistan
I've just received this. Even in the current climate I wonder how many will apply at €275 per day?
SW1206: Configuration Manager (2 vacancies)
Location: ISAF HQ, Kabul, Afghanistan
Our client, an international service provider, is seeking to bid on a Major NATO contract in Afghanistan and requires a Configuration Manager to be in place by early November 2009.
This post will be initially for 6 months, but has the ability to extend for almost 2 ½ years.
This post is in direct support of HQ ISAF and the entire ISAF Area of Operations.
Reports to:
CJ6 OPS SO CM
Principal Duties:
• Implement all aspects of configuration management for deployed systems in ISAF;
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Configuration Management baseline documentation (network architecture drawings, floor plans, cable plans, power drawings, etc.) for all NATO CIS within the ISAF AQO through the use of designated responsible officer(s);
• Maintain a library of physical media and appropriate licenses for all software in use in ISAF AOO;
• Change Manager for all changes to the ISAF deployed baseline;
• Implement processes to ensure the collection and upkeep of data stored in ISAF configuration management databases is accurate;
• Monitor the ISAF deployed baseline to ensure it is compliant with all applicable NCSA approved fielded product lists;
• Review all Configuration Change Proposals originating in ISAF prior to submission to the NCSA CIS CCB;
• Assist NCSA CM staff with the upkeep of the ISAF Secret Approved Fielded Product List;
• Provide direction and guidance to CIS Depots and all CIS Account holders;
• Act as alternate CJ6 Financial Manager and the point of contact for all financial functions within CJ6 Division authorized to initiate requests for commitment of credits in support of provision of IT Services;
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional/Experience:
Experience with CM policies and procedures such as ITIL, ISO or NATO CM (2 years)
• Experience with a Service Management Systems such as Remedy or Service Desk Express (3 years)
• Experience defining system requirements (1 year)
• Project management experience (1 year)
• Extensive knowledge and experience of computer systems, networks and telecommunications. (5 years combined)
• Experience on MS Products.
• Experience and/or basic knowledge on Financial Management and budgeting.
Education/Training:
• Bachelors degree or international equivalent in Engineering or Computer Science. Candidates without a university degree will be considered if they exceed the minimum professional experience requirements.
Security Clearance:
NATO Secret
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional/ Experience
• Previous military service.
Education/Training
• ITIL V2 or V3 Practitioner
For this role, you will be based out in Afghanistan for a full 6 month period, accommodation and food will be provided as well as insurance. You will not be armed for this role, but if you need to move from locations, a security detail will be provided by NATO.
Closing date for applications: 20 October 2009
Interested candidates will be expected to complete and return by e-mail a simple questionnaire to which CVs must be pasted. This position would ideally suit someone with an Armed Forces background. Applications from ex-military candidates are strongly encouraged.
FRS is acting as an employment agency with respect to this vacancy.
Salary: €275 per day
SW1206: Configuration Manager (2 vacancies)
Location: ISAF HQ, Kabul, Afghanistan
Our client, an international service provider, is seeking to bid on a Major NATO contract in Afghanistan and requires a Configuration Manager to be in place by early November 2009.
This post will be initially for 6 months, but has the ability to extend for almost 2 ½ years.
This post is in direct support of HQ ISAF and the entire ISAF Area of Operations.
Reports to:
CJ6 OPS SO CM
Principal Duties:
• Implement all aspects of configuration management for deployed systems in ISAF;
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Configuration Management baseline documentation (network architecture drawings, floor plans, cable plans, power drawings, etc.) for all NATO CIS within the ISAF AQO through the use of designated responsible officer(s);
• Maintain a library of physical media and appropriate licenses for all software in use in ISAF AOO;
• Change Manager for all changes to the ISAF deployed baseline;
• Implement processes to ensure the collection and upkeep of data stored in ISAF configuration management databases is accurate;
• Monitor the ISAF deployed baseline to ensure it is compliant with all applicable NCSA approved fielded product lists;
• Review all Configuration Change Proposals originating in ISAF prior to submission to the NCSA CIS CCB;
• Assist NCSA CM staff with the upkeep of the ISAF Secret Approved Fielded Product List;
• Provide direction and guidance to CIS Depots and all CIS Account holders;
• Act as alternate CJ6 Financial Manager and the point of contact for all financial functions within CJ6 Division authorized to initiate requests for commitment of credits in support of provision of IT Services;
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional/Experience:
Experience with CM policies and procedures such as ITIL, ISO or NATO CM (2 years)
• Experience with a Service Management Systems such as Remedy or Service Desk Express (3 years)
• Experience defining system requirements (1 year)
• Project management experience (1 year)
• Extensive knowledge and experience of computer systems, networks and telecommunications. (5 years combined)
• Experience on MS Products.
• Experience and/or basic knowledge on Financial Management and budgeting.
Education/Training:
• Bachelors degree or international equivalent in Engineering or Computer Science. Candidates without a university degree will be considered if they exceed the minimum professional experience requirements.
Security Clearance:
NATO Secret
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional/ Experience
• Previous military service.
Education/Training
• ITIL V2 or V3 Practitioner
For this role, you will be based out in Afghanistan for a full 6 month period, accommodation and food will be provided as well as insurance. You will not be armed for this role, but if you need to move from locations, a security detail will be provided by NATO.
Closing date for applications: 20 October 2009
Interested candidates will be expected to complete and return by e-mail a simple questionnaire to which CVs must be pasted. This position would ideally suit someone with an Armed Forces background. Applications from ex-military candidates are strongly encouraged.
FRS is acting as an employment agency with respect to this vacancy.
Salary: €275 per day
Comment