About the Role
Obafemi Awolowo University, a prestigious and comprehensive public institution established in 1962 in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, is seeking a dedicated and qualified System Programmer (Network Engineer II) to join our vibrant ICT team. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining, troubleshooting, and advancing the network systems that support our academic, administrative, and research communities across our expansive campus.
Key Responsibilities- Manage, configure, and maintain the university's network infrastructure to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Perform advanced network troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve routing, switching, and connectivity issues promptly.
- Execute IP engineering tasks, including IP address management, subnetting, and network security implementations.
- Deploy and utilize network monitoring tools to track performance, bandwidth usage, and potential security threats.
- Collaborate with IT support teams to upgrade system software, hardware, and network topologies.
- Document network configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting steps for institutional knowledge sharing.
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree (Second Class Lower Division or higher) in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field.
- Must possess an NYSC Discharge Certificate or official evidence of exemption.
- At least one year of post-qualification cognate work experience in computer systems analysis, programming, or network administration.
- Demonstrable hands-on skills in network troubleshooting, IP engineering, and network monitoring.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical issues efficiently.
- Competitive salary and public sector career stability within a renowned Nigerian university.
- Opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement.
- Access to a vibrant academic community and comprehensive campus amenities located in Ile-Ife.