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Systems Administrator - Cotec Security Group Limited

Information Technology

Nairobi  

Published On: 31st, July 2023

Closes on: 15th, August 2023

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Job Description

We are a leading integrated security solutions provider with a presence in all major urban centers within the country.  We specialize in providing professional integrated security products, services, and solutions. We are looking for a detail-oriented problem-solver to join our team as a systems administrator. 


Responsibilities:

    The Systems Administrator will manage network servers, maintain, upgrade and manage our software, hardware and ensure that our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.

    Responsibilities

      • Installing and configuring software, hardware and networks.
      • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
      • Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure.
      • Manage network servers and technology tools
      • Set up accounts and workstations
      • Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
      • Identify system requirements and install upgrades 
      • Maintains, secure and upgrade a web system
      • Create a backup and safeguard the data 
      • Perform account setup for new and old employees
      • Track emerging technologies and implement them in the organization
      • Monitor the use of hardware and software and ensure all software are licensed.
      • Identify and evaluate the risks and their mitigation factors (ATAC) and a disaster recovery plan.
      • Develop, implement and monitor company’s ICT policy, practices for data protection, interne use, e-mail, security and ICT resource management.
      • Develop hardware, software and the network solutions throughout the company, to meet management, operational and administrative needs.
      • Provide support and guidance to staff and management in the use of ICT and provide feedback.
      • Train staff on a wide range of applications used in the company.
      • Submit monthly quarterly management reports on ICT use and cost and demonstrate best value in provision of products and services.
      • Advise management on new ICT technologies that leverage the company ahead of the industry in order to continuously improve efficiency.
      • Ensure full automation of relevant company activities.
      • Assist in publicity materials designing and continuous website and other publicity materials updating.
      • Assist in various e-portal access as and when required, like during tender processes.
      • Consistently evaluate and modify system’s performance as and when required.
      • Maintain network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of personal computers as well as printers.
      • Maintain integrity of the network, server development, and security.
      • Ensure that network connectivity throughout the company’s LAN / WAN infrastructure is at par with technical considerations.
      • Design and deploy network: maintain network servers such as file servers, and VPN gateways.
      • Develop and update company websites and update company social media forums.
      • Ensure daily backup of company data.

Requirements:

      • Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role.
      • Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and other data communication systems such as intranets or internet within their company.
      • Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery.
      • Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms.
      • Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude.
      • Excellent communication skills.
      • Resourcefulness: you should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly.
      • Solid knowledge of business information systems, major ERP Systems, Hotel Point of Sales Systems and Door Lock Systems.
      • Working knowledge of SAP business software applications.
      • Familiarity with programming languages like Visual Basic, C++ and Java.
      • Familiarity with network firewall such as Sophos.
      • Should be well conversant with Cyber Security.
      • Basic graphics design and online marketing skills.
      • Ability to explain technical details.
      • Excellent analytical skills.

    Academic Qualifications

      • BSc/Ba/Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) is a plus.
      • CCNA Certificate
      • Minimum 5 years’ experience

    Job Location: Nairobi, with frequent travelling to other cities and towns.

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Mambo Maithya

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