IT Lead at Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc(GTCO)

Job Summary

• The IT lead is responsible for assuring support and security by planning, implementing, and managing the overall usage of information technology within Guaranty Trust Fund Managers.
• He/she will lead initiatives to enhance the organization's information technology capabilities, find opportunities to improve business-wide performance and efficiency through technology, and contribute to enterprise-wide strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance
• Participates in development of service level agreements and operating level agreements consistent with the needs of the organization.
• Performs information technology tasks throughout the organization by reviewing, analyzing, and validating electronic business operation tools, implementing IT resources (hardware/software), database development, and other business systems integration initiatives.
• Establish and maintain regular communications with the organization’s leaders, department heads, and end-users regarding pertinent IT frameworks and performance tuning.
• Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage
• Ensure IT infrastructure is risk complaint, secure, efficient, user-friendly and up to date.
• Develop, maintain and test disaster recovery plans. Create backups for organizing and storing data.

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ cognate experience. Previous experience in a financial institution is a plus.
• Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation
• Working knowledge of systems engineering, computer maintenance, server administration, installation, repair and troubleshooting.
• Possession of relevant IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, CCNA among others.
• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, Load/Stress test Programming Languages/Database as well as ISO 20000, 27001 and 22301

Attribute For Success In The Role:

• Technical writing skills.
• Good use and understanding of the External application software.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Keen attention to details.
• Good organizational skills, time management and prioritization.
• Efficient troubleshooting abilities.
• Good interpersonal skills should be able to interact with all staff across all levels and cadres.