Associate Network Administrator

Description of Role

This position is responsible for the University College’s computer network planning, administration and operations activities.

The position assists with the maintenance of the database standards to attain a high degree of system integrity. The incumbent has responsibility to ensure that the technical duties related to the installation and maintenance of the University College’s computer network and communications hardware and software systems, including network and application servers, routers, Firewall, LAN, WAN, phone systems, and PC workstations are working optimally. In addition, the position is responsible for assisting with the configuration and installation of all network software packages used in the University College and the IT Disaster Backup and Recovery Systems.

Requirements

A BSc degree in Computer Science or related field plus three (3) years of computer experience working with networking infrastructure and WAN Networks OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to model programs and systems to needs of users for desired results, understands and follows oral and written instructions; explain technical material in layman’s terms.
Ability to analyse local and WAN network problems as well as AS/400 connectivity problems and solves problems with efficient results.
Expertise in network installation and troubleshooting
Working knowledge of LAN & WAN topologies and architecture.
Must be able to construct, operate and maintain LAN and WAN networks. A thorough knowledge of Ethernet topology interfacing with network IP phone systems. Must be able to research and solve associated problems.
A complete knowledge of network equipment such as switches, routers, hub, and associated equipment and how to construct and maintain networks.
Must have a working knowledge of the software control systems for networks.
Working knowledge of Server and PC Operating systems.
Must have knowledge of Firewall servers and basic rule setting programming.

Interested applicants should send their cover letters and resume to:

The Director, Human Resource Department,
1A Marescaux Road,
Kingston 5

via email to themicouniversity.hrd@themico.edu.jm

Kindly indicate in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying in your email to us.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.