IT Network Administrator

JOB OVERVIEW

The Network Administrator will be responsible for the overall management of the network, infrastructure, and the technical communications environment within BTVI. This includes network servers, IP telephony, switches, routers, wireless networks, web servers, firewalls, WANs and LANs, along with hosted environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Essential Duties

• Plan, install and document network equipment and software installations
• Maintain and monitor the security and performance of the network, keeping the servers and workstations, current with the latest virus definitions and OS updates
• Performs regular server back-ups in compliance with established back up procedures
• Responsible for the maintenance of CCTV systems along with access control systems
• Maintain wireless networks and associated infrastructure
• Ensure that Cable Infrastructure (Cable Management System) is maintained at a high standard
• Supports disaster recovery planning and executing disaster recovery activities and testing as required
• Maintain and ensure the security of computer labs, networks, servers, computer hardware, peripherals, and software that are used to support institutional functions.
• Prepare reports of work requests, budget expenditures, purchase orders, or materials usage as requested by the CIO.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Experience

Candidate should possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems OR
• Certified Training (Industry Certifications e.g. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) designations)

AND meet at least two (2) of the following criteria:

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in a similar post with five (2) years proficiency in managing virtual environments
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience installing and maintaining computer network systems, hardware and software applications
• Good working knowledge of Internet technology i.e. HTML and Java scripting

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated individual that possesses excellent time management, organizational and team building skills
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, specifications, and procedures.