Network Infrastructure Integration and Support Specialist

The Position
Reporting to Network Infrastructure Integration and Administration Manager, the job holder will be required to provide technical support to Network Infrastructure service outages and service requests in line with business needs through integration, configuration, administration and management of Network Infrastructure elements across the Bank’s Enterprise Network while ensuring high availability and a secure data network for delivery of business services.

Key Responsibilities
• Provision of timely and high quality and cost effective infrastructure
• Maintenance of network up time and improvement of network management solutions
• Improving network security to reduce threats of attacks
• Researching on and deployment of modern technologies and their application of industry standards and best practices to network installations
• Ensure that installations adhere to industry standards and best practices
• Reduction of overall network infrastructure costs through increased efficiency and  convergence of services on the network

The Person
In order to be considered for the above position all applicants should have:-
• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from an institution recognized by Commission for University Education. Must be a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associates). • Possession of additional IT certification e.g. ITIL, CCNP, CCVP, CCSP and COTIT, will be a definite advantage
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Information Technology with hands on experience in Networking (Routing and Switching).
• A minimum of 2 years working experience with IP telephony systems-(Telephony and Voice).
• Good understanding of emerging trends in the industry and possible improvements in corporate data and voice networks.
• Proven skills in configuring security perimeter firewalls, IPS systems, and advanced security configurations on Cisco Devices.
• Demonstrate in depth understanding of troubleshooting skills and resolution of Network infrastructure issues.
• Demonstrate understanding of the Bank’s IT Policy and Procedures
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills
• A results driven “team player”, personality with a willingness and ability to work in a dynamic working environment
• Excellent  planning and organizing skills
• Excellent customer service

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke
To be considered your application must be received by Sept. 26, 2014.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
JOB REF: IT 13/2014

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