Switch Engineer

Job Code: SE/PNT

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client comprises of three operating businesses in Kenya and one in Zimbabwe.

The business of the organization is information technology, with particular emphasis on electronic (e)-business solutions in the banking sector.

They operate with a simple goal of delivering added value to customers through solutions by which technology may enhance efficiencies.

Whilst its primary skills are technology- based, the success of their company is built upon recognizing the value of relationships and thus management and people skills are considered critical.

The Switch Engineer is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of Switch and POS systems hardware and software and related infrastructure.

This individual ensures that switch system hardware, operating systems software systems and databases are functioning and able to deliver for the business.

This individual would participate in technical research and implementation to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure.

Primary Responsibilities

The incumbent will be accountable for the following systems: Windows, Solaris, Oasis switch, POS software, FreeBSD, and Redhat Linux. The Switch Engineer will also be required to have proficiency in Oracle/ Informix/ MS SQL and any other duties as allocated.

• The individual will be required to manage and configure switch servers, configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/ operational requirements
• Install and configure a new switch system as required
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures
• Contribute to and maintain system standards
• Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated approaches for switch tasks

This individual could also assist project teams with technical issues in the initiation, planning and implementation phases in required projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BS/BA Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred. Alternatively;

1. Cisco Certified Network Associate
2. Cisco Certified Network Professional
3. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

• 4 to 6 years experience with Windows, Oasis switch, POS software, Solaris (Unix, FreeBSD), Linux, Oracle/ Informix and Cisco routers and Switches

How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by mailing them to recruiter@personnelresource.com.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

“Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer”