Infrastructure Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
We invite applications from qualified and experienced Information Technology professionals to fill the role of Infrastructure Engineer in the Managenent Information Systems (MIS) Department at our Head Office in Kingston.
ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Establishing and implementing IT standards and procedures
Assigning work to the operations staff with the aim of providing superior support to the line of business
Includes the analysis, design, deployment and operations of IT software and hardware systems
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
IT OPERATIONS
Oversee all aspects of the technical operations supporting the IT infrastructure including communications (LAN, WAN, VoIP, email, etc), asset management, data protection and user support
Monitor team operations to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to
Manage and lead infrastructure team projects from design through to implementation
Provide technical support to end users and respond to support tickets in the established timelines
Report on metrics that are used to monitor SLA and operational targets
Liaison with service providers and stakeholders to have issues resolved in a timely manner
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION
Oversee and administer a hybrid IT environment that includes both cloud-based resources and on-premises servers running Windows and Linux
Perform regular system configuration, updates, and maintenance to ensure they meet the organization’s operational requirements and security standards
Administer the backup and recovery tools, and assist with the ongoing testing activities
NETWORK ADMINISTRATION
The individual will have to play a hands on roll in monitoring the data and voice networks to ensure they are operating at optimal levels
Administer all network devices including routers, switches, gateways, firewalls and VoIP endpoints
Overall responsibility for ensuring network SLAs are maintained with respect to uptime and availability
CYBERSECURITY
Administrator security monitoring tools to proactively detect potential threats
Regularly review and analyze logs and alerts for signs of unauthorized access or malicious activity
Respond to security incidents with a structured approach, from initial detection to resolution, including post-mortem analysis and reporting
Manage, renew and install security certificates along with maintaining the KPI infrastructure
PLANNING
Determine, recommend and implement hardware and software upgrades for business applications, server hardware, network equipment, desktops, laptops, printers, etc
Work with 3rd party vendors and manufacturers during the design and planning phase of infrastructure projects
Assist in developing business cases and justifications for improvement projects
Assist in developing IT budgets
DOCUMENTATION
Ensure all system/network related issues are logged and historical information kept for analysis
Ensure configuration documents and diagrams are kept up to date
Provide periodic reports on system health, performance and availability
Document business requirements, flow charts and other project related information as the need arise
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:
This job is satisfactorily performed when:
Standards and procedures are adhered to
Successful implementation of new applications and support to existing systems is realized
Successful automation of the company’s operations is complete
Consistently high level of productivity of staff employed in the development and support purpose is maintained
Optimum utilization of installed computers, equipment and application systems is achieved
REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent
Certifications in Microsoft/Cisco/VMware technologies will be an asset
Strong hands-on/technical knowledge of core technologies including but not limited to Windows & Linux Servers, Active Directory, MS SQL and core Network/Cisco technologies such as LAN/WAN, subnets, firewalls, VLAN's and VPN using Cisco switches, routers and ASA's is required
SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES/KNOWLEDGE:
Ability to work on multiple projects and tasks
Effectively work unsupervised
Customer centric and business savvy
Highly motivated and performance driven
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Keep abreast of emerging trends and technologies
Prepared to respond 24/7 and able to work on Saturdays if necessary
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years IT experience with 2 years at a supervisory level
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Regular working hours 90% of the time
Regularly on 24 hour call and to work on Saturdays if necessary