Network Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode

Aluko & Oyebode, a top-tier full-service law firm, provides world-class legal services to local and international clients with over 70 lawyers and up to 150 staff members working out of offices in Nigeria commercial centres of Lagos, Abuja, and Port-Harcourt.

Our practice areas encompass the full range of corporate and commercial legal services, including banking and structured finance, dispute resolution, telecommunications, media and technology, intellectual property, energy and natural resources, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, project finance, real property, taxation, and privatisation. The Firm complements its corporate and commercial legal services with a robust Litigation, Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Network Administrator

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Network Administrator plays a pivotal role in maintaining, securing, and optimizing our firm's network and IT infrastructure.
• This includes overseeing the network’s architecture, ensuring robust security measures, managing servers, and aligning IT capabilities with our business objectives.
• The role demands a proactive approach to enhance IT efficiency, and innovation, and support the firm's technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Management and Optimization:

• Design, implement, and oversee the networking infrastructure, ensuring reliable connectivity and performance across routers, switches, wireless networks, and security devices.
• Spearhead the deployment and management of both data and voice communication networks, embracing.

Security and Compliance:

• Champion network and systems security, employing advanced firewalls, encryption protocols, and security frameworks to safeguard against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
• Develop and enforce robust security policies and practices, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance and resilience.

Performance Analysis and Enhancement:

• Conduct continuous monitoring and analysis of network performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly to maintain optimal operations.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and software to enhance system functionality and user experience.

Vendor and Service Provider Management:

• Manage relationships with ISPs and other service providers, ensuring adherence to SLAs and optimizing service quality.
• Function as a liaison between the firm and external vendors for network-related services and technologies.

Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and operational procedures.
• Create and update network diagrams and technical manuals for internal use.

User Support and Capacity Building:

• Offer technical support to end-users, resolving network and system-related issues efficiently.
• Design and deliver training programs on IT systems and protocols to enhance staff competency.

Data Integrity and Recovery:

• Implement robust data backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Oversee the management of storage solutions, ensuring data integrity and availability.

Collaborative IT Strategy Development:

• Collaborate closely with IT colleagues to align the network infrastructure with broader IT and business strategies.
• Provide regular reports and insights to the Head of IT on infrastructure performance, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

System Administration:

• Manage and optimize IT systems and applications, including but not limited to IP-PBX systems, Windows servers, and desktop environments.
• Ensure systems are up-to-date, secure, and aligned with operational requirements.

Flexibility and Adaptation:

• Remain adaptable, taking on additional responsibilities as needed to support the evolving needs of the organization.

Specification / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in network administration or a closely related IT role.
• CCNP certification is essential.

Competence Requirements:

• Demonstrated expertise in network and systems management, including advanced knowledge of security protocols, security system management, and system optimization.
• Experience with IP-PBX systems, Microsoft 356 environments, Hyper V-VM management, Cisco L2/L3 switch, W-Fi network, Active Directory, Checkpoint firewall, and disaster recovery planning will be considered a strong advantage.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills and technical acumen.
• Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
• Effective communication and people skills, capable of working collaboratively across teams.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.