Network Administrator

Infostrategy Technology Nigeria is Information, Communication and Software Technology firm incorporated in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. We operate with a burning passion to transform the technological terrain of Africa by delivering value to clients through innovative and effective leverage of cutting-edge technology solutions.

We combine sound knowledge of world class technology to design, implement and support business transformation in areas of web and mobile application, software, service and storage systems installation, networking technologies and technology procurement. We have an in-depth understanding on how technology accelerates success, and are passionate about attracting and supporting unique talents in growing our business and driving operational excellence.

We are currently seeking a smart and articulate candidate to fill the position below:

Job Position: Network Administrator
Job Location: Abuja
Job Description

• Do you want to make a positive team contribution in a fast-paced, stimulating environment with driven, dedicated associates?
• Do you take a logical, systematic, and creative approach to diagnosis and problem solving?
• Do you strive for perfection down to the last detail?
• Are you a responsible person who can take charge and meet deadlines?
• Can you work individually, prioritizing the urgency of multiple requests?

Overview of Role

• The Network Administrator will manage all sites’ desktops/laptops, printers, servers, firewalls, VPNs, mail servers, spam software, antivirus clients, databases and backup sequences.

Essential Functions

• Provides computer/network support relating to software and hardware problems reported by users at the various company sites.
• Maintain a level of knowledge of operating system and application software being used to provide high levels of support to users.
• Monitor and evaluate efficiency of software/hardware usage, providing items to be covered in training of users, making them more efficient.
• Install new software applications or hardware on the LAN, coordinating assistance from third parties when necessary.
• Add and maintain users on the network; assigning application access, ensuring security, and maintaining their configurations are within standards.
• Assist in installation of workstations and printers on the LAN.
• Gathers bid prices and analyzes information on equipment and supplies as needed.
• Troubleshoot active directory issues in all offices including replication across the site to site VPNs.
• Manage SQL database
• Provide and oversee complete computer support to all offices
• Patch management of all offices
• Manage Antivirus Enterprise
• Research and prepare for hardware and software upgrades, when necessary
• Provide written document on a monthly basis which defines upcoming needs of network which would require purchase of additional hardware or software.
• Monitor and report licenses on applications to ensure compliance on a monthly basis.
• Perform duties of IT support staff .
• Manage and maintain NOS tree and structure.
• Insure that all NetWare patches are applied to all servers.
• Monitor load balance on servers and make recommendations accordingly.
• Assist webmaster.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security or other related areas with certification.
• Minimum Experience required: A minimum of 4-5 years in a client/server Environment (must have strong troubleshooting abilities).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Relevant training certifications in industry
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