VACANCY FOR Systems Administrator JAGAL Group – Lagos

Systems Administrator

JAGAL Group – Lagos

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About this job

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a challenging but rewarding environment?

Would you like to become part of a diverse multicultural conglomerate where you can develop your skills and gain development?

About the Company:

Headquarted in Lagos and established 40 years ago, Jagal Group operates across a number of sectors including: Oil & Gas, Construction, Manufacturing, FMCG and Technology industries. Our performance is measured against world class standards across all our business activities. We possess profound knowledge of operating in Nigeria and have deep local experience. 

·        Plan, implement and troubleshoot software patches, updates and security fixes;

·        Be involved in new Windows servers deployment projects, using the department policies;

·        Administer OS, Directory, email, Databases and Web servers + networking equipment.

·        Evaluate/recommend purchases of computers, network hardware, peripherals and software;

·        Investigate user problems, identify their source, determine possible solutions, test and implement solutions.

·        Configure, maintain and troubleshoot servers, networks, applications, printers and other related equipment, devices, and systems.

·        Maintain site licenses for department/organization.

·        Develop and conduct various training and instruction to assist users in maximizing use of systems and networks

·        Identify utilization patterns and their effect on operation/system availability and performance

·        Anticipate communication and networking problems and implement preventive measures.

·        Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.

·        Ensure timely user notification of maintenance requirements and effects on system availability.

·        Investigate, recommend and install enhancements and operating procedures that optimize system availability.

·        Maintain confidentiality with regard to the Data and Information on the various systems

·        Document system problems and resolutions for future reference.

·        Verifications of backup routines and restore capabilities

·        Understand performance metrics and maintain / optimize system capacity and performance;

·        Create and update system documentation

·        Follow the existing processes based on ITIL best practices

·        Availability to provide 24/7 support on duty rotation.

Desired Skills and Experience

What we are looking for:

·        A Bachelor’s Degree enhanced with technical training and certification or equivalent.

·        5+ years of experience in support, networks and servers administration

·        Solid experience with Microsoft Windows Servers and Active Directory 2008/2012, group policies, certificate authority and federation services

·        Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2007/2010, mail routing and spam filtering, mailbox management, backup and recovery,

·        Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, IIS and web services

·        Experience with VMware / Hyper-V is an asset

·        Experience with scripting languages

·        Experience with SharePoint is an advantage

·        Experience with storage management (SAN/NAS) is an asset

·        Experience with  IP based networks, communication protocols , firewalls and packet routing , LAN, WAN , VPN, WLAN, NAC

·        Experience with Cisco switches and routers 3560 and above models.

·        Knowledge of access control and security concepts

·        Knowledge of backups, high availability and disaster recovery of (AD, Exchange, Databases)

·        VCP/MCSE/A+/CCNA/etc... certifications are an asset

·        ITIL knowledge and experience is an asset

·        Good understanding of IT business practices and processes

·        Independent self-starter, needs little supervision.

·        Takes a logical approach to analyzing problems. Systematically researches information. Explores alternatives and implements action plans to resolve problems.

·        Proactive in acquiring information to develop new skills to improve job performance. Grasps new material quickly and easily, and applies new information, concepts and procedures in a constructive manner.

·        Will have a high degree of integrity and a high sense of personal and professional ethics.

·        Ability to consider and advice on the consequences of various courses of action, including an understanding of the repercussions on other activities.

·        Ability to engender confidence of management and exercise good judgment handling sensitive information.

·        Ability to manage multiple tasks, organize priorities and meet deadlines.

·        Detailed attention to quality of deliverables.