Network Administrator at Dangote Industries Limited

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Network Administrator

Location: Congo

Summary

• The Network Administrator is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, security, and optimization of the company’s network infrastructure.
• He or she ensures the availability, performance, and reliability of internal communication systems by performing network installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities
Operational & Functional:

• Administer, configure, and maintain network equipment.
• Monitor the network infrastructure and respond to incidents.
• Manage VLANs, VPNs, security policies, and access controls.
• Install, configure, and update security solutions (antivirus, firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Ensure network availability and integrity, as well as service quality.
• Document network architecture, procedures, and interventions.
• Conduct performance tests and propose improvements.
• Manage the backup and restoration of network configurations.
• Provide Level 2/3 technical support to users and internal teams.
• Participate in projects involving the evolution or migration of the IT infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and standards.
• Participate in cybersecurity risk assessments.
• Ensure network availability to support industrial operations and production continuity.

Profile Required
Education & Experience:

• Bac+3/4 Degree in Computer Science, Networking, Telecommunications, or a related field
• At least five (5) years of professional experience in a similar role within an industrial setting.

Skills & Competencies:

• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN), and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g., intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery.
• Ability to create scripts in Python, Perl, or other languages.
• Knowledge of various operating systems and platforms.
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, customer service orientation, and responsiveness.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle critical situations.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health and social benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Dynamic industrial working environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online