IT Specialist at Hitech Construction Company Limited

Established in 1988, Hitech Construction Company Limited is currently one of the leading Building & Civil Engineering Contractors in Nigeria. In addition to headquarters offices in Lagos, we have regional offices located in Abuja, Ibadan and Benin City.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Specialist

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time

Objectives of this Role

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware, software, and network infrastructures and IT systems to ensure optimal performance, connectivity, and security.
• Troubleshooting IT issues, resolving system outages, and providing technical support.
• Monitoring system performance and ensuring optimal uptime for all IT resources.
• Managing IT security protocols to protect systems from potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assisting with data backups, disaster recovery planning, and implementation.
• Managing inventory for IT equipment and recommending necessary upgrades or replacements.
• Performing regular backups, system updates, and monitoring system performance for potential problems.
• Monitoring network performance and resolving any connectivity or network issues that arise.
• Collaborating with other teams to integrate new technologies and systems into the existing infrastructure.
• Documenting IT procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps to create a knowledge base for the team.
• Providing technical IT support to staff and resolving IT-related issues quickly and efficiently.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience as a network technician, IT specialist or in a network installation and maintenance role.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking, including VLANs, quality of service (QoS), and wireless networking (802.11 standards).
• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining routers, switches, and other network equipment.
• Hands-on experience with network hardware and tools such as cabling, testing equipment, and network monitoring software.
• Experience in network monitoring, performance optimization, LAN setup, and WAN configuration.
• A strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS) and network troubleshooting tools (ping, traceroute).
• Expertise in cloud-based networking (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies and cloud-based networking solutions.
• Familiarity with VoIP systems and network integration for telecommunication systems.
• Experience working in structured data cabling and physical network design.
• Working knowledge of enterprise software and IT systems integration

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: adeola.sulucainan@hitech-company.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.