IT Senior Network Administrator at AB Microfinance Bank

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

• Assist the IT Operations manager in the definition and implementation of the network architecture strategy and management
• Plan, deploy, configure and maintain router and switches, administrative responsibility for the entire networking infrastructure
• Plan detailed concept of LAN / VLAN / WAN for all bank locations via connection to ISP
• Design a network concept and create lifecycle plan for network devices
• Backup and setup of network configurations
• Proactive analysis of logging data to help to prevent system down time – communicate system or network events, troubleshoots problems and ensure uptime of network devices
• Patch management for network devices
• Maintain and update documentation of network design
• Plan and configure network security within the banking network
• Manage IP-routing and network capacity
• Install and manage data center racking, cabling, power, network devices
• Coordinate the team of networking Infrastructure. Manage schedules and workloads of team members. Oversee a team of specialists while providing support at the second level
• Compile reports to track customer satisfaction, personnel performance and adherence to established service-level targets

Necessary Experience and Knowledge

• Degree in Information Technology or Business Information Technology or comparable qualification
• Cognate Networking Certification(s) will be an added advantage.
• At least 6 years of professional experience in an operational IT role as a network administrator
• Evidence of sound experience and in-depth knowledge in:
  • Network administration (up-to-date Cisco router hardware, operation system IOS, network connections), patch management, scripting, access control lists
  • Cyber roam deployment
  • Configuration of firewall, TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP
  • IT security tools and methods of as VPN and SSH
  • Backup and recovery procedures for routers, switches and firewalls
  • Problem-solving, analytical and process-oriented
• Disciplined approach towards daily operations and documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally in English
• Ability to take responsibility, work on own initiative
• Willingness to travel to bank branches throughout the country for installation and administration of server.

Desired Experience and Knowledge:

• Experience in:
  • IT project work
  • Selecting providers and negotiating contracts
  • Windows batch scripting and Linux server administration
• Evidence of:
  • Openness to learning new technologies and methodologies
  • Steering providers