Job Information
Network Engineer (MIS/IT 7)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Houses of Parliament
Category
Computer/IT
Posted
23-10-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
23-10-2024
Stop Publishing
02-11-2024
Applications are invited for the following vacant post in the Houses of Parliament: Network Engineer (MIS/IT 7), salary range $6,333,301 - $8,517,586 per annum.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Director, Information Communication Technology, the Network Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, maintaining and supporting scalable and highly available network architectures/communication networks that support the operations of the Houses of Parliament and all umbrella offices that fall under the organization.
The incumbent monitors and maintains network performance, as well as configures switches and network appliances for optimal performance and troubleshooting network problems. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintaining all Voice Over IP (VOIP) infrastructure, identifying and defining network-related requirements to ensure consistency in the reliability, performance and quality of network systems.
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:
- Contributes to the development and implementation of strategies to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of service by the Network Services;
- Collaborates with the Director, ICT in the development of the Unit’s Operational and Work Plans;
- Liaises with the internal and external customers on matters relating to the job;
- Reviews and provides expert advice on technical documents developed by the ICT Branch.
Technical:
- Configures and installs network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers);
- Monitors and captures relevant network statistics using available tools;
- Assesses system requirements and designs LAN/WAN infrastructure;
- Advises the Director, ICT on the technical specification, security and communication protocols of network devices to be connected to the LAN/WAN;
- Designs, develops and implements safe, effective and reliable communication networks.
- Ensures network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, and other network equipment;
- Ensures bandwidth availability for application systems;
- Advises on security tools, policies and procedures in conjunction with the Marshal to the Houses and the Security Committee of the Houses of Parliament;
- Ensures that security levels of the systems are adhered to, based on security policy and guidelines;
- Performs network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations;
- Monitors network performance and troubleshoots problem areas, as needed;
- Provides support and troubleshoots to resolve issues;
- Liaises with contractors for the proper installation and servicing of communication networks;
- Monitors and manages the implementation activities of vendors/suppliers;
- Conducts research on technology trends and submits reports and recommendations on significant findings for follow-up evaluation;
- Monitors and captures relevant network statistics and resource utilisation using available tools;
- Monitors network utilisation trends;
- Prepares capacity plans based on network trends;
- Builds and maintains relationships with all internal Units;
- Works together with other Units and Divisions within the Houses of Parliament and all its umbrella offices that fall under the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and effectiveness;
- Ensures awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure, to include documentation and training;
- Prepares periodic reports, as required;
- Develops prototype of solutions for assessment;
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Good oral and written communication skills;
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills;
- Good customer focus skills;
- Results focus;
- Integrity;
- Good knowledge of information technology principles;
- Good knowledge of legislations, policies and procedures.
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science OR equivalent from a recognized tertiary institution;
- Training in Network and Systems Management;
- Four (4) years’ experience in Network Engineering or a related technical IT position.
OR - Diploma in Cisco Certified Networking Devices or equivalent certification in Network design and troubleshooting;
- Training in Network and Systems Management;
- Ten (10) years’ experience in Network Engineering or a related technical IT position.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday, 4th November, 2024 to:
Clerk to the Houses
Houses of Parliament
Gordon House
81 Duke Street
Kingston
Houses of Parliament
Gordon House
81 Duke Street
Kingston
Email: clerk@japarliament.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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