System Infrastructure Engineer – 2 Posts Job at Ministry of Health

Job Description

As a System Infrastructure Engineer, you will report to the Technical Manager (System Infrastructure) and oversee IT and telecommunications infrastructure. Your role includes maintaining networks, databases, and hardware, planning upgrades, implementing security measures, and troubleshooting system issues.

You will also ensure data integrity, manage system performance, and coordinate disaster recovery protocols. A strong IT background, problem-solving skills, and experience in infrastructure management are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the daily operations of the technical departments and ensuring that systems, services, and infrastructure work reliably and securely;
• Maintaining and administering computer networks, systems, databases, and related environments;
• coordinating all IT/Telecommunication infrastructure including software, hardware, servers, and networks;
• Planning and executing system upgrades and maintenance tasks, including network configuration, installation of new hardware and software, and manage accounts access;
• Designing and implementing disaster recovery protocols and ensuring data is backed up;
• Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues;
• Ensuring constant availability of technical resources;
• Preparing and maintaining documentation of network configurations and cabling layouts;
• Developing strategies and procedures for securing IT infrastructure and data;
• Staying current with the latest technologies and issues in IT management, including regulatory changes, advancements in technology, and trends in customer requirements;
• Ensure data is handled, transferred or processed according to the exist national legal frameworks and policies.

Required qualifications, Skills and Experience

• At least six (6) years relevant work experience in Network Operations, IT Infrastructure Management, Telecommunications Infrastructure Management; or in a similar role either in the private or public sector;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: – Engineering            (Electrical or Telecommunications); Computer Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• a strong background in IT, with a detailed understanding of various operational systems, hardware, software, and other technologies;
• Experience in analysis, implementation, and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications;
• Experience in controlling information technology budget;
• Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks etc.
• Core competences including high professional and ethical standards; strategic thinking, analytical mind, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Membership to the relevant professional body where applicable;