Systems/Network Engineer at Elonatech Nigeria Limited

Responsibilities:

• Design, maintain and build computer hardware and software systems
• Perform routine checks to ensure computer hardware and systems are stable and operating efficiently
• Identify and resolve computer software problems as they arise
• Determine opportunities to improve efficiency and stability in data processing and workflow
• Work with other teams to ensure computer software and hardware systems are designed to support organizational goals
• Develop protocols for checking for and repairing software bugs
• Navigate workload ticketing system and resolve tickets in order of urgency
• Stay up to date on industry trends and technologies in order to ensure the organization is taking advantage of the most current technology
• Maintain, configure and troubleshoot Mac and Windows PC (and their Operating Systems).
• Maintain, configure and troubleshoot all forms of computer hardware challenges, Client PC (Desktop and Laptops), Servers (Rack mounted and Tower)
• Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, hardware, peripherals and configurations.
• Responding to all client computer challenges
• Installing, Implementing and Deploying Server OSes (Windows and Linux based)
• Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks.
• Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment, including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP.
• Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
• Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving network and security related problems.
• Maintaining, configuring, and monitoring virus protection software and email applications.
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hotfixes and security configurations to the latest firmware releases.
• Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems and networks.
• Troubleshooting security and network problems.
• Responding to all system and/or network security breaches.
• Ensuring that the organization's data and infrastructure are protected by enabling appropriate security controls.
• Responding to and minimizing network downtimes

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of National Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Information Systems, or other related disciplines.

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in maintenance of computer hardware and software systems, computer networks, and other related systems.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure and network infrastructures and protocols. Ability to think through problems and visualize Solutions. Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices.
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.
• Must have superior analytical thinking and problem solving skills, Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision and still meet deadlines,
• Open to collaboration and able to work productively as part of a team,
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and able to break down complex technical problems into simple terms,
• Superior attention to detail in order to spot minute errors in code, Excellent creative thinking skills and able to devise innovative solutions to problems

Note: All applications will be treated in confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted