Kenya Pipeline System Administrator (Windows) Job Vacancy

Kenya Pipeline Company Limited is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacant position:

System Administrator (Windows)

1 Post
 

Reporting to Senior Data Centre & System Admin
 

Job Profile

• Plan, Design, Deploy, Optimize and Maintain KPC office automation environment.
• Plan, Design, Deploy, Optimize and Maintain KPC messaging infrastructure.
• Implement group and security policies.
• Configure and maintain the KPC Intranet.
• Set up and maintain all server hardware and software as assigned.
• Maintain and administer user accounts according to procedures.
• Provide backup and recovery according to procedures, to prevent the loss of important information stored on the server.
• Monitor and maintain maximum system performance levels.
• Monitor system capacity making appropriate recommendations to management on hardware/software upgrades or additions.
• Coordinate with Service Desk in providing support on server/LAN issues.
• Perform other specific System Administration duties as defined in Working Practices.
• Manage and secure user accounts.
• Monitor tuning system performance, storage management, system security, print.
• Management, capacity management and network connectivity.
• Provide secondary support to Regional IT support administrator.
• Train end users with simple network troubleshooting techniques.

Key Competencies

• Must have experience in the latest Windows Server and Active Directory or Solaris or Linux or AIX.
• Deep understanding of Windows Domain services including DNS, DHPC, SMTP, etc.
• Detail knowledge of SharePoint architecture.
• Detailed understanding of Microsoft Exchange planning, design, configuration maintenance and upgrading.
• Basic knowledge of SMS, MOM, WSUS, SQL server required.
• Must have Storage/SAN skills.
• Proven knowledge in Messaging systems (exchange) and network technologies and standards.
• Ability to deliver KPC’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivates staff to join change efforts.
• Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education, especially in the area of petroleum products.
• Ability to empower staff through coaching and counseling by emphasizing accountability and results oriented management rather than direct supervision.

Person Profile

• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Full MCSE certification is mandatory.
• CCNA is desirable.

How to Apply

Suitable qualified candidates should apply in confidence to the addressed below by 5th August, 2014 enclosing CV’s with full details of education background, professional qualifications, relevant experience and attach copies of certificates. 

Applications may also be deposited at out Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, Ground Floor in the Application Box or posted to:

The Managing Director
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
P.O. Box 73442 – 00200
Nairobi

Kenya Pipeline Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.