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ICT Officer Network Administrator Jobs at Kakamega County, Kenya

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An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior ICT Officer, Infrastructure and Applications and Information Security.

Network Administrator Job Duties and responsibilities

Identify causes of network failures, utilize test procedures and established diagnostic aids, and take remedial action to minimize system down-time.

Undertake simple analysis and correction tasks for basic network problems e.g. access to network, emails.

Install and support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.

Maintain network servers such as file servers, VPN gateways, intrusion detection systems, antivirus softwares, routing systems, network management systems.

Administer servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, phones, personal digital assistants, smartphones, software deployment, security updates and patches.

Maintain a working knowledge with networks and diagnostic tools used in network support and maintenance so as to resolve known network errors and to assist in the analysis of unknown problems

Undertake specified routine maintenance on network equipment in accordance with laid down procedures and down maintenance schedules.

Responsible for identification, diagnosis and resolution of network problems; management of email, virus and spam protection

Responsible for acquisition and maintenance of required certification from key vendors

Configure workstations hardware and software for network operation

Designing, installing, Maintaining LAN/WAN, virtual private networks and Wifi networks and their interoperability

Recommending network enhancements based on both new industry developments and user needs

Configure and install server network software for upgrading and maintaining networks

Analyze system performance, modifying parameters to improve throughput and effectively utilize system resources.

Monitors resource usage and makes required adjustments

Supervise the administration of systems and servers related network to ensure availability of services to authorized users

Assist in the development of guidelines and procedures for administration and security best
practices

Any other duties may be assigned from time to time
Requirements for Appointment for Network Admin Jobs in Kenya


Be a Kenyan citizen;

A university degree in computer science or related field ;

Possession of a relevant Network Administration Certificate e.g. CCNA or CCNE;

Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices;

At least 5 years’ experience as an assistant network administrator or at an IT support level in a Network environment;

Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision;

Ability to take and follow instructions;

Strong technical and analytical ability;

Good communication skills and interpersonal skills;

Note

Applicants for the above positions are required to get clearance from the following Institutions to meet requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010:

Kenya Revenue Authority

Higher Education Loans Board

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

Criminal Investigation Department

Credit Reference Bureau

Copies of the clearance must be attached to the applications.

How to Apply
All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of detailed curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, and any other supporting documents. The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate the Constituency of origin

Applications should be submitted to:

The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 458-50100
Kakamega

Hand delivered applications should be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Reception located at Former Provincial Headquarters, Block “B” 2nd Floor.
All applications should reach this office on or before 6th August 2015.
County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer. Female, persons with disability and the youth are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
SECRETARY/CEO
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

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