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Operations Technician
SANS Institute
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
1 months ago
Audio Visual EquipmentNetwork InfrastructureTroubleshootingWindowsmacOSMicrosoft 365
Free
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About the Role
SANS Institute is seeking an Operations Technician to assist in deploying and supporting network and audio-visual systems at live training events in the META region. The role involves hands-on setup, troubleshooting, and IT support for events and end users.
Key Skills for This Role
Audio Visual EquipmentNetwork InfrastructureTroubleshootingWindowsmacOSMicrosoft 365
Responsibilities
- Assist in setup, configuration, and delivery of SANS training events across META region
- Install and support network infrastructure at events including routers, switches, and wireless access points
- Set up and maintain audio visual equipment such as projectors, screens, microphones, and video conferencing systems
- Provide on site technical support during events and troubleshoot network, AV, and streaming issues
- Provide first and second line technical support for hardware, software, and systems
- Manage user accounts, access rights, and permissions in Active Directory/Entra ID
Requirements
- Degree in a technology focused discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1 3 years of hands on experience installing Audio Visual equipment and configuring computer networking equipment
- Fluency in English and Arabic
- Ability to travel around META region
- Proficient with various AV technologies
- Familiar with wired/wireless network concepts and hardware
Full Job Posting
Description
- To assist in the deployment and support of SANS network and audio visual systems at live training events in the META region, as well as supporting the live online streaming platforms utilised during these events.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Senior or Lead Operations Technician in the setup, configuration, and delivery of SANS training events across the META region.
- Install and support network infrastructure at events, including router, managed switches, wireless access points and controllers.
- Set up and maintain audio visual equipment including projectors, screens, microphones, speakers, and video conferencing systems (Zoom, Teams Rooms, Webex).
- Provide on site technical support during events, training sessions and meetings to instructors, TAs, VTAs, and students.
- Troubleshoot network, AV, and streaming platform issues during live events.
- Carry out pre event testing and daily room checks.
- Support recording, uploading, and validation of course content.
- Assist with virtual lab environments and VM functionality.
- Escalate complex technical issues where required.
- Provide first and second line technical support for hardware, software, and systems.
- Diagnose and resolve issues across Windows/macOS, Microsoft 365, and Endpoint devices.
- Manage user accounts, access rights and permissions (Active Directory / Entra ID).
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- A degree in a technology focused discipline e.g. Information Technology, Computer Networking, etc, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 3 years of hands on experience installing Audio Visual equipment and configuring computer networking equipment.
- Fluency in English and Arabic with exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to work independently and well under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with various AV technologies (e.g. Shure Mic receivers, speaker configurations, laptop display configurations, various projectors equipment).
- Familiar with wired/wireless network concepts, hardware, cabling, and best practices.
- Familiar with troubleshooting availability and performance issues in a live network environment.
- Familiarity with network monitoring.
- Strong listening skills.
- Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships.
About SANS Institute
- SANS Institute launched in 1989 as a cooperative for information security thought leadership.
- Mission to empower cyber security professionals with practical skills and knowledge.
- Provides high quality training, certifications, scholarship academies, degree programs, cyber ranges, and resources.
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