Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited [NESCO (Nigeria) Limited] is incorporated under the Companies act of the Laws of Nigeria. Its core business is to generate, distribute, supply and retail electric power in Plateau State and adjacent States.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Infrastructure and Network Officer
Location: Plateau
Purpose of the Job
The Infrastructure and Network Officer is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing the organization’s IT infrastructure and network systems.
The officer ensures high availability, performance, and security of the IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and related systems.
Reporting to the Head of IT, this role supports the company's operational and business goals by providing robust and secure IT solutions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Infrastructure & Network Officer shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:
Manage and maintain servers, storage systems, virtualization platforms, and cloud infrastructure
Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring uptime and reliability
Perform regular backups, disaster recovery tests, and data restoration procedures
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network systems, including LAN, WAN, and VPNs
Ensure network security by implementing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other security measures
Manage IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, and VLAN configurations
Use monitoring tools to track system performance, detect issues, and take proactive actions to prevent downtime
Schedule and perform software and hardware updates, patches, and upgrades
Implement and monitor IT security policies to safeguard systems and data
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and mitigate risks
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
Provide second-level support for complex infrastructure and network-related issues escalated by the service desk
Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for maintenance and troubleshooting
Participate in IT projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, network expansion, and system migrations
Ensure timely completion of projects, within scope and budget
Maintain detailed documentation of the IT infrastructure, including network diagrams, system configurations, and standard operating procedures
Generate regular reports on infrastructure performance, network uptime, and security incidents
Work closely with the IT team to support business applications, data analytics, and other IT services
Provide technical guidance to team members and contribute to IT strategy discussions
Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the Lead, IT
Perform any other tasks as assigned from time to time by the Lead, IT.
Qualifications
First Degree (B.Sc) or H.N.D + PGD and Master's Degree in the same field in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in IT infrastructure and network administration.
Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent are highly desirable.
Attributes and Competencies:
Infrastructure management - Strong knowledge of on-premise and cloud-based IT infrastructure
Network administration
System monitoring and maintenance
Experience implementing cybersecurity measures, access controls, and compliance standards
Proficiency in using monitoring tools to identify and resolve system/network issues. IT standards and compliance
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail.
Application Closing Date
22nd August, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications, under Confidential Concise Cover Letter outlining how the Applicant meets the requirements for the strategic leadership position and providing a written consent to be subjected to whatever recruitment probity checks necessary, either by courier or e-mail, enclosing the following:
Copies of Academic & Professional Certificates
A Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names and e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of Three (3) Traceable Referees of good standing
A Copy of a valid Identification Document (ID) such as a National ID or Passport.
Applications should be forwarded to: The Managing Director,
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited,
10, Barkin Ladi Road,
P. O. Box 15,
Bukuru, Jos South,
Plateau State, Nigeria.
And
Send electronic copies of their Applications in a single PDF named "[Full Name] - [Job Position] - Application" to: info@nesconigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.