Network Infrastructure Specialist at a Nigerian Bank - Growth in Value Alliance (GV Alliance) Partners

Posted on Thu 11th Oct, 2018 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Growth in Value Alliance (GV Alliance) Partners - Our client, a Bank in Nigeria, is currently seeking applicaltions from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Network Infrastructure Specialist

Location:
Lagos

Job Description
  • The ideal candidate will responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure.
  • This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure.
  • Ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values, enabling staff, volunteers, and Partners.
  • He will assist project teams with technical issues in the Initiation and Planning phases of the company’s standard Project Methodology (SDLC).
  • These activities include the definition of needs, benefits, and technical strategy; research & development within the project life-cycle; technical analysis and design; and support of operations staff in executing, testing and rolling-out the solutions.
  • Participation on projects is focused on smoothing the transition of projects from development staff to production staff by performing operations activities within the project life-cycle.
  • Accountable for the following systems: Linux and Windows (both physical and virtual) systems that support LAN infrastructure; Linux, Windows and Application systems that support security and email systems; Responsibilities on these systems include installation, engineering and provisioning, operations and support, maintenance and research and development.
Job Functions
  • Analysing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems.
  • Introducing and integrating new technologies into existing data center environments.
  • Performing routine audits of systems and software.
  • Performing backups.
  • Applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
  • Installing and configuring new hardware and software (e.g. database systems).
  • Adding, removing, or updating user account information, resetting passwords, etc.
  • Answering technical queries and dealing with often frustrated users.
  • Responsibility for security.
  • Responsibility for documenting the configuration of the system.
  • Troubleshooting any reported problems.
  • System performance tuning.
  • Ensuring that the network infrastructure is up and running.
Educational Qualification
  • B.Sc Degree in Computer Science, Engineering discipline, Mathematics or Physics will be a distinct advantage.
  • Minimum of 8+ years post National Youth ServiceCorps (NYSC) in the Financial Services Industry.
  • CISCO CCIE FULL CERTIFICATION (written and Lab Exam) (very essential).
Experience:
  • Systems Administration/System Engineer certification in Unix and Microsoft (preferred);
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Application Closing Date
14th October, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV's in MS Word format to: [email protected] and reference [email protected] with the job role as subject of the email.