NTSA IT Officers Jobs in Kenya

The

National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is a State Corporation

established under the National Transport and Safety Authority Act 2012. 

Its overall mandate is to implement policies relating to road transport and safety.

NTSA is seeking to recruit qualified staff for the following positions:
 

IT Officer 1 (Hardware Applications and Data Security)

Ref: NTSA/11/2015/02
 
The Hardware Applications and Data Security officer will report to the Senior ICT Officer, Information Security and Risk. 

 
The candidate will be responsible for planning and implementing the Authority’s Information Security policies and procedures and will Safeguard Information System Assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and schedule repairs to the LAN/WAN;


• Assist the Information Security Manager with compliance of security policies, standards and procedures


• Safeguard Information System Assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security threats;


• Handle and report all ICT security related incidents;


• Implement security technologies under the direction of the Senior Information Security and Risk Officer;


• Analyze IT security risks/vulnerabilities and recommend solutions for internal threats;


• Assist with the delivery on security awareness across the business;


• Monitor, deploy and maintain security tools;


• Liaise with vendors for subject matter expertise and problem resolution as required;


• Investigate root cause of security issues, document and report;


• Monitor security and compliance systems; and


• Assist with security reviews for new applications/projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Communications Technology;


• At least four (4) years working experience in a busy ICT environment;


• Thorough knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies, such as VSAT, WLANs, VPN. Wide experience on deployment of routers, switches, Vlans and firewalls;


• Working knowledge of windows and Linux operating systems and Servers;


• At least one of the following certifications will be an added advantage MCSE, CCNA, ITIL, A+, N+;


• Proficiency in a variety of computer hardware and software systems, including setup, functionality and support;


• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects;


• Excellent communication skills;


• Well-developed presentation and negotiation skills; and


• Good interpersonal skills, able to establish positive relationships with other teams.

IT Officer II 

(2 Positions)

Ref: NTSA/11/2015/03

The ICT Officer works in close collaboration with the Front Office, Management Support and Business staff for resolving complex ICT-related issues.
 
Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with corporate information management and technology standards, guidelines and procedures for the Authority’s technology environment;


• Support users in TIMS and ERP functionality for improved business results and improved client services;


• Provide inputs to the administrative business processes mapping and implementation of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs);


• Provide inputs to preparation of results-oriented work plans;


• Perform specific technical functions, including changing of hardware electronic components (disks, memories, network wiring, power sources, etc.) and routine repairs;


• Assist in the installation of commercial and in-house developed software and related upgrades;


• Assist in upgrading patch and anti-virus programs on a timely basis;


• Monitor file server traffic, usage and performance on a frequent and regular basis;


• Support users in backing up and restoring their files, as well as in virus detection, removal and prevention;


• Assist in trouble-shooting and monitoring of network problems;


• Respond to user needs and questions regarding network access;


• Assist in backup and restoration procedures for local drives. Maintenance of backup logs;


• Assist in organization of off-site storage of backups;


• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of software and hardware;


• Maintain a library of ICT related reference materials;


• Maintain the inventory and stock of supplies and spare parts in cooperation with the Procurement Unit;


• Maintain of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials;


• Extract data from various sources;


• Research and retrieve data from internal and external sources; preparation of statistical charts, tables and reports as required;


• Provide ICT support to key events; and


• Participate and assist in the organization of training for the staff on ICT issues.

Minimum Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field from a recognized university;


• At least one year experience in a busy working environment;


• Ability to troubleshoot common hardware/software issues;


• Proficient in a multi-platform environments e.g. Microsoft, Linux; and


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How to Apply
 

NTSA is an equal opportunity employer. 

Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. 

If

you possess the required skills and competencies, please submit your

application, detailed CV, current remuneration level, mobile phone

contacts, a Valid Tax Compliance Certificate and Valid Certificate of

Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department so as to reach us

on or before 16th December, 2015 addressed to: 

Director General, 

National Transport and Safety Authority, 

Hill Park Plaza, Upper Hill Road, 

P.O. Box, 3602 -00506, 

Nairobi.