ICT Project Engineer at Jireh Technologies Limited

Jireh Technologies Limited is headquartered in Port Harcourt and has a fully equipped regional office in Lagos. We also have a fully established employee presence in Nigeria, with offices in Abuja and Warri. We provide a diverse array of ICT and security solutions/services to private and corporate entities both inside and outside of Nigeria. Our goal is for every JIREH customer to return home or leave every business interaction with a smile on their face. This has been sustained over time through our specifically created solutions/services.

Title: ICT Project Engineer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Context

• Coordinates the production of engineering deliverables and provides progress reporting for a project in accordance with the project plan.
• Supports the management of the interfaces between engineering offices, engineering disciplines, project controls, procurement, and third-party contractors or suppliers.
• Project Engineers may be responsible for an area of a large project or an entire project.

Responsibilities
System Design and Architecture:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced ICT systems and network architectures.
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend enhancements or upgrades to meet evolving business needs.

Network Management:

• Configure, maintain and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and security and take proactive measures to ensure uptime and data integrity.

Server Administration:

• Administer and maintain servers, including operating system installations, patches, and upgrades.
• Optimize server performance and ensure high availability.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage complex ICT projects, including planning, resource allocation, and execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and timelines.

Technical Support:

• Provide high-level technical support and guidance to junior ICT staff and end-users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues.

Vendor Management:

• Evaluate and select ICT vendors and suppliers for hardware, software, and services.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in ICT project engineering.
• Strong expertise in telecommunications, security solutions, cybersecurity, and networking.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CCNA, CISSP) are a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in project management software and tool
• networking technologies.
• Must have experience in designing, installing, and managing an on-premise network infrastructure including layer 2 and 3 switching and routing.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with network management tools and network troubleshooting utilities.
• Must demonstrate an in-depth understanding of data center network architectures, ICT disaster recovery strategies, and LAN / WLAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / MPLS / SD-Access networking technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.

Deadline: 20th September, 2023.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.