Network Administrator at Exim Bank Tanzania

Job Opportunity: Network Administrator at Exim Bank Tanzania

Full Time | Tanzania | December 16, 2023

Job Overview

Network Administrator at Exim Bank Tanzania

Location: Dar es Salaam

Company: Exim Bank Tanzania

Reporting to: Manager – Communication & Infrastructure

Department: Technology

Working Hours: 8 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday. Additional hours as required by workload.

1. Purpose of Job

The role of Network Administrator at Exim Bank Tanzania is designed to assist in achieving bank goals and objectives. This includes designing, implementing, and administering local and wide area network systems, providing technical support, training department staff, managing projects, overseeing service providers, and providing leadership in technology usage across the Exim Bank Group.

2. Principal Accountabilities

2.1 Principal Responsibilities

• Support the Manager – Communication in ensuring the efficient functioning and maintenance of the ICT network.
• Administer systems and servers related to district LAN and WAN.
• Participate in the administration of all network-related applications.
• Assist in the design of network infrastructure for effective and efficient network systems.
• Conduct periodic tests of the disaster recovery plan for all communication and network channels/services.
• Provide support and strategic guidance on network and communication systems to all subsidiaries.
• Assist in preparing written materials, including SOPs, system-level documentation, reports, memos, and letters.
• Recommend/propose equipment supplies and materials for acquiring required items and completing jobs efficiently.
• Research trends, products, equipment, tests, etc., to recommend procedures and/or purchases.
• Assist in training department staff within the technology area.
• Review vendor contracts and negotiate with vendors for cost-effective and reliable network and communication-related services.
• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment.
• Execute network-related change requests for interdepartmental and bank-wide projects.
• Proactively monitor utilization of network and communication services and provide periodic MIS reports.
• Conduct vendor review meetings.
• Perform Risk Control Self-Assessment tests and provide results for review.
• Administer the PBX Systems, including creating, deleting, modifying users, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and other activities related to the VOIP service.
• Assist in any other activity necessary for the effective functioning of the department.

2.2 Independent Decisions

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision, leading, guiding, and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions.

2.3 Interaction with Others

• Internal: Regular contact with IT staff, Corporate, and Branch staff.
• External: Regular contact with external vendors, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.

3. Skills

• A graduate in IT, IS, Computer Science/Engineering, or a related field is desirable.
• Minimum three years working experience in network security operations.
• Minimum three years working directly with enterprise networks from both technical and security perspectives.
• Good knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN networks.
• Knowledge in Radware and Array networks is an added advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrable relationship/stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Strong knowledge of fundamental networking/distributed computing environment concepts.
• Expertise in Cisco CCNP-Security and Fortinet Security Fabric.
• Preferred Security professional certifications: Fortinet NSE4, CCNP-Security, ISO27001, CISSP; Other IT professional certifications such as ITIL will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of IT controls and service standards.
• Basic understanding of the banking environment and banking systems.
• Ability to work quickly under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of banking policies and regulatory requirements.

How to Apply:

To apply, send your CV along with all academic certificates to hrrecruit@eximbank.co.tz with the subject line: JOB APPLICATION: Network Administrator. The deadline for applications is December 20, 2023. (Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)

Please write in the English language.