Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Centurion: Pre-Sales Consultant to join Be Different Recruitment’s team. As a key member of our sales team, you will work closely with clients to understand their IT operations challenges and develop tailored AIOps solutions to address these needs. Your expertise in cloud platforms, automation tools, and observability ecosystems is essential to driving business growth and delivering exceptional client experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Chief Client Executive and account teams to uncover IT operations challenges in enterprise environments
- Lead discovery workshops with client stakeholders (C-Suite, CIOs, Heads of IT Operations, NOC Managers)
- Gather and document business, technical and functional requirements
- Design high-impact AIOps solutions tailored to client environments using platforms such as ScienceLogic, Moogsoft, BigPanda or similar
- Define integrations with observability, ITSM (e.g. ServiceNow), automation and cloud tools (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Present proposed architectures clearly to both technical and executive stakeholders
- Develop and deliver tailored platform demos that highlight core AIOps use cases (e.g. event correlation, automated remediation, anomaly detection)
- Plan and execute Proof of Value or Pilot programs aligned to specific success criteria
- Produce technical and business impact reports post-PoV
- Lead the technical response for RFPs, RFIs and formal bid documents
- Collaborate with commercial, legal, and solution teams to develop compliant, compelling proposals
- Write and review sections related to technical scope, use cases, integration models, architecture and project methodology
- Provide technical training to internal stakeholders on AIOps positioning, solution capabilities and industry trends
- Support the Client Executive team with sales strategies, messaging alignment and solution differentiation
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
- ServiceNow Certified System Administrator / Implementation Specialist
- AWS / Azure / GCP Cloud Practitioner or Architect-level certification
- ScienceLogic SL1 Certified Engineer (or equivalent AIOps platform certification)
- ITIL Foundation or above
- Minimum 5 – 10 years in a technical pre-sales, solution architecture, or consulting role in IT operations, monitoring, or cloud services.
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified
Salary & Benefits
- Salary details not specified
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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