Vacancies: Assistant Communications Operations Specialist, Senior Network Security Operations Specialist
Our client is the regulator and highest policy making institution for the financial services sector. Due to the attendant need to ensure appropriate personnel and capacity to effectively carry out its various statutory obligations within the institution, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has identified several positions for hire across the different directorates in the organization.
The following are the various vacancies:
Potential applicants for information Technology (IT) specific vacancies (from graduate entry level to experienced hires) are required to fill vacancies within the IT Division- Applicants will be required to hold educational and professional qualifications of a minimum of first degree/HND in Computer Science, Information Technology and related disciplines such as (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics/Mathematics, Management Information Systems and Electrical/Electronic Engineering). A post graduate degree is an added advantage. Applicants are not expected to exceed and must be confident, self motivated and result-oriented individuals. Kindly apply for following vacancies as detailed below noting clearly on your application the reference for the vacancy you are applying for:
Position: Assistant Communications Operations Specialist: Ref: NEXTCBN/LOT1ACOS
Office: Infrastructure Operations Management Division
Role/Code/Description and Relevant Experience
The Assistant Communications Operations Specialist shall assist in the development of the communication requirements of the Bank and monitor the network infrastructure to ensure targets are met.
Requirements:
- Maintain and support LAN and Network equipment for efficient network services
- Establish physical and logistical security over shared printers and print queues for printing of confidential information
- Provide assistance to help-desk support/Operations Management staff for solving technical problems related to system software components, hardware and network infrastructure
- Monitor systems performance and ensures adequate time and thorough output to users
- Maintain operational service on the LAN, WAN and Extranet which includes monitoring the Network links and ensuring that they are functioning correctly
- Provide network administrative support on operating system components such as Windows NT, Unix operating systems
- Respond to ad hoc user requests on service related issues
- Assist in the installation and configuration of Network/Communications devices
Competence Requirements
Core Skills:
- Working knowledge of IP Telephony
- Working knowledge of Video Conferencing
- Knowledge of Collaboration (Web Sharing, Instant Messaging etc)
- Knowledge of emerging trends in Unified Communications Technologies
- Knowledge of cabling schemes
- Working Knowledge of and experience in major operating systems such as MS Windows, Unix Solar is, Linux etc.
Generic Skills
- Goal orientation
- Good written and oral communication ability
- Initiative
- Problem and incident management
- Analytical and problem solving skills
Experience:
- Post NYSC.
Qualification:
- A first degree /HND in Computer Science, Information Technology and related disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics/ Mathematics, Management Information Systems, and Electrical/Electronics Engineering)
Added advantage
- Membership of the following professional bodies is an added advantage: NCS, CPN, NIM, PMI or ISACA
- Possession of the following certifications is an added advantage: ITIL Manager; Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE); Unified Communications Certificate (UCC); CCDA/CCDP Network Engineering and Design; CCIP Communication and Services Cisco Qualified Specialist; CITP Certified Information Technology Professional (AICPA); CCNP-Cisco Certified Network Professional
Position: Senior Network Security Operations Specialist: Ref: NEXTCBN/LOT1SNSOS
Office: Infrastructure Operations Management Division
Role/Code/Description and Relevant Experience
The Senior Network Security Operations Specialist will manage the installation and operations of network security systems to protect the CBN’s computer information and prevent the loss of data.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all network equipment comply with defined security standards
- Ensure that the network connectivity meets the technical parameters prescribed by the network hierarchy of the organization
- Ensure that network infrastructure are adequately protected against disasters and also equip for disasters and implements recovery procedures
- Deter and prevent cyber crime that plague government agencies; identity and forestall data theft, hacking and invasion of privacy
- Undertake routine preventative measures to monitor network security, particularly if the network connects to the internet
- Troubleshoot and/or debug network security-related issues
- Work alongside other teams (IT Architecture, Test, Release, Service Management etc) as may be required
Competence Requirements
Cores Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of routing and switching
- In-depth knowledge of network operations LAN, WAN, MAN
- In-depth knowledge of IP Telephony and Video Conferencing
- In-depth knowledge of Collaboration (Web Sharing, Instant Messaging etc)
- Working Knowledge of and experience in major operating systems such as MS Windows 2000/2003, Unix Solar is, Linux etc
- Adequate knowledge of interoperability amongst various network components
- Adequate knowledge of network security tools
Generic Skills:
- Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills
- Goal orientation
- Good written and oral communication ability
- Mentoring and coaching
- Initiative
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in network and communications management is required for this position. At least 3 years must have been spent in a management position.
Qualification:
- A first degree/HND in Computer Science, Information Technology and related disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics./ Mathematics, Management Information Systems, and Electrical/Electronics Engineering)
- A Post graduate degree is an added advantage
Added advantage:
- A post graduate degree
- Membership of the following professional bodies. NCS, CPN, NIM, PMI or ISACA
- Possession of the following certifications: ITIL Manager; Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE); Unified Communications Certificate (UCC): CCDA/CCDP Network Engineering and Design; CCIP Communication and Services Cisco Qualified Specialist; CITP Certified Information Technology Professional (AICPA); CCNP- Cisco Certified Network Professional.
How to Apply:
If you qualify and are interested in any of these positions, please send in your CV (as an attachment) stating the reference code of the position being applied for as the subject of the email.
Applicants who hail from the following state Bayelsa, Ebonyi, Yobe, Zamfara, Sokoto, Jigawa, Kebbi, FCT and Taraba are also strong encouraged to apply to fill the various positions with a view to shoring up their representation in the Bank’s work force (from graduate entry level to experienced hires) Finance and Accountancy, Mathematics, Economics, Agricultural Economists, Human Resources, Legal, Supply Chain Management, computer Sciences, information Technology, Electrical Engineering and all other relevant disciplines.
- Economic Policy – NEXTCBN/LOT2A
- Financial Systems and Policy NEXTCBN/LOT2B
- Operations NEXTCBN/LOT2C
- Corporate Services NEXTCBN/LOT2D
Applications should be submitted on or before 20th March 2012 vie email to cbnrecruitment@nextzon.com Note also that all interested applicants must ensure that the following information is clearly stated on the top left corner of their CV’s:
- Name
- State Of Origin
- Age
- Sex
- Job Code
- Role
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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