Network Infrastructure Manager  at Lagos Business School

Lagos Business School (LBS) seeks an individual to oversee the management and optimisation of all ICT infrastructure services, focusing on reducing total cost of ownership (TCO), improving service delivery, and ensuring compliance with standards and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The Network Infrastructure Manager holds a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related technology/science discipline, with 4–7 years of post-degree experience in enterprise infrastructure, particularly with Cisco switches and routers and at least 5 years in a team or unit leadership role; is also experienced with audiovisual equipment such as projectors and sound amplifiers, firewalls, antivirus, and IDPS, as well as in installing security software and documenting security issues..

DUTIES:

The Network Infrastructure Manager ensures the efficient functioning of all IT and audio-visual systems that support LBS operations by designing, deploying, maintaining, and optimising network infrastructure. The role involves administering network devices, evaluating and implementing hardware/software upgrades, and ensuring compliance with policies and best practices. The Manager proactively monitors systems for high availability, provides level 2 end-user support, maintains disaster recovery plans, and oversees vendor interactions. The candidate will manage ICT hardware components, including UPS, PABX, and IP telephony, and ensure alignment of infrastructure projects with business needs. The role also includes risk management, performance monitoring, documentation, inventory management, and serving as the subject matter expert on all ICT infrastructure initiatives.

Short-listed candidates will be invited to prepare and present their vision, along with a five-year strategy for the School in line with the above duties, at a seminar attended by members of the University.