Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : TECHNICAL OFFICER - SERVER (Code- EDU23-00866)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1.1. Implementing and supporting the operations of Server and Storage systems and services.

1.2. Assist user on server and storage issues.

1.3. Assist to Document procedures for Server and services for users on education network.

1.4. Assist to Conduct test and/or experiment the technologies before recommending for implementation.

1.5. Assist server and storage account users with access to relevant infrastructure services where required.

1.6. Assist to suggest alternative technical solutions to meet the requirements more efficiently and/or with greater reusability.

1.7. Carry out other duties, consistent with the above.

1.8. Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and Responsibility in programs, Activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

2. QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

2.1. Qualification:

2.1.1. Grade 12 level of education

2.1.2. Diploma or preferably Bachelor Degree in Information Communication & Technology or higher or show tertiary ability and experience to perform on the job. 

2.1.3. Relevant qualification in Server, Storage, Cloud technology and security.

2.1.4. Relevant qualification in Server infrastructure designing, technologies plus, successful completion of industry based courses in Windows Server administration, VMware, Linux, and other Server platform qualification, 

2.1.5. Preferably member of a recognized Information Technology body, which may be acceptable to the Public Service is desired

2.2. Knowledge:

2.2.1. Have relevant and up to date knowledge of relevant information and standards of the Information and Communication Technology industry.

2.2.2. Ability to research solutions and document procedures.

2.3.Skills:

2.3.1. Must have good information and communication technology skills, and able to work with minimum supervision.

2.3.2. Implement new Server and Storage infrastructure in line with specifications using best practices and current technologies platforms.

2.3.3. Maintain existing server and storage infrastructure and systems in line with specifications using best practice and current technologies and platforms.

2.3.4. Essential skills in Server and Storage as well as security of systems in a large organization both on premises and in the cloud.

2.4. Experience:

2.4.1. Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar environment of Information and Communication Technology.

2.4.2. Implementing and management of Server and Storage services as an Information Technology professional.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K41,025 – K50,141

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE