Foglight Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Foglight Integration and Configuration Specialist with 8 to 10 years of expertise in monitoring tools, specifically Quest’s Foglight, combined with strong development skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for integrating, configuring, and optimizing Foglight, as well as developing custom solutions to enhance our monitoring capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Integration and Configuration: Lead the integration of Foglight with existing IT infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. Configure Foglight components to align with business requirements, focusing on scalability and efficiency. Development and Customization: Develop custom monitoring solutions and scripts to extend Foglight capabilities and address application-specific requirements. Create and maintain custom dashboards, alerts, and reports using Foglight. Automate processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and monitoring accuracy. Monitoring and Performance: Oversee the deployment of Foglight to monitor application performance, database, and infrastructure health. Analyze system performance metrics and create detailed reports on key performance indicators. Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues within the monitoring environment to minimize downtime and enhance performance. Collaboration and Support: Collaborate with IT teams, developers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure Foglight meets organizational needs. Provide technical expertise and support to teams using Foglight, ensuring they are fully trained and supported. Act as the primary point of contact for Foglight-related inquiries and issues, offering expert guidance. Optimization and Best Practices: Continuously evaluate and implement best practices for monitoring and alerting processes. Optimize Foglight configurations and dashboards for improved visibility and user experience. Stay updated with the latest Foglight features and enhancements, providing recommendations for upgrades or improvements. Qualifications 8 to 10 years of IT experience with a focus on monitoring solutions. Proven experience in integrating and configuring Quest's Foglight. Strong development skills, with proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automating tasks and developing custom solutions. Experience in application performance management and infrastructure monitoring. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Skills: Experience in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Knowledge of ITIL practices and methodologies. Certification in Quest Foglight or related monitoring tools. Experience with APIs and integrating third-party tools with Foglight Show more Show less