Data Center Administrator

About the Role

Unified Payment Services Limited (UP®) is Nigeria’s premier Payments & Financial Technology company founded in 1997 by a consortium of leading Nigerian banks. We operate as a shared infrastructure for the banking community and a leading Payment Service Provider within and outside Nigeria. We are currently looking for a skilled Data Center Administrator to join our dynamic IT team and ensure the seamless operation, security, and integrity of our critical network infrastructure and data center systems.

• Ensure the integrity of the network and security infrastructure of the company, maintaining optimal POS network connectivity and reliable bank connections.
• Ensure reliable internet access connectivity for seamless transaction and email processing while maintaining optimal WAN connection to the Disaster Recovery (DR) site.
• Perform cleaning and tuning of user desktops, laptops, and printers to support end-user productivity.
• Ensure that all network devices, systems, security, and communications devices are PCI-DSS compliant, fully updated with the latest patches, and running current firmware.
• Execute a robust information security strategy to proactively identify risks and drive timely remediation.
• Enforce compliance with all physical and logical controls governing the data center.
• Ensure efficient deployment of critical security patches for operating systems and databases on all servers, following proper pre-testing procedures.
• Review warning and critical event logs using the SolarWinds application and escalate issues to the responsible unit promptly.
• Ensure all servers have active antivirus software with frequently updated signatures and databases.
• Regularly update enterprise storage and server firmware to guarantee the availability and integrity of organizational data.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders supporting IT infrastructure, applications, processes, and operations.

• Education: Candidates must possess an OND (Minimum of Lower Credit) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics Electronics.
• Experience: Proven post-qualification experience in IT roles focusing on infrastructure, networking, and data center administration.
• Strong understanding of PCI-DSS standards, network security protocols, antivirus management, and patch deployment.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and enterprise storage systems.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and stakeholder management skills.

• Competitive salary package with regular performance reviews.
• Opportunities for professional development and technical certifications.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment within Nigeria's premier fintech ecosystem.

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