Network and Operating Systems Manager

 

Technology and Information Management Division
 
The University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Jamaica) seeks to identify a suitable candidate to fill the following post: 
   
Network and Operating Systems Manager – Level 10 (Permanent)
Salary range: $4,885,315.00 p.a. - $5,790,608.00 p.a.
 
Job Description:  
 
The Networks and Operating Systems Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, augmenting, documenting, maintaining, and optimizing the University’s Information Technology infrastructure.  She/he is also responsible for directing and coordinating activities associated with its daily operation. This infrastructure includes wired access points, routers and switches that interconnect at our Papine campus along with five (5) offsite campuses.  The infrastructure is also comprised of Internet Links, Databases, Storage Appliances, Servers, Staff computers and IP Telephony systems. 
 
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
  • Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent qualifications
  • First degree in Computer Studies (Honors or equivalent desirable) with a major in Information Technology or in Electrical Engineering with a major in Electronics or Telecommunications.
  • Cisco-certified or Microsoft-certified.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
The preferred applicant should possess: 
  • Good Grasp of current trends in Information Technology
  • Knowledge of Telephony Standards and protocols inclusive of SIP, H323 etc.
  • Working knowledge of and experience with Gigabit Network Topography.
  • Working knowledge of database management and security
  • Good knowledge of major Operating Systems including but not limited to Linux, UNIX and Microsoft Windows. 
  • Excellent knowledge of VMware, Virtual desktops Storage Area Networks and other Computer hardware and software configuration, installation, and operation.
  • Working knowledge of VOIP Telephony equipment, configuration, and operation.
  • Knowledge of communication applications and telecommunication networks.
  • At least five (5) years’ experience in computer or network operations, or programming, including two (2) years in a supervisory role.
 
Link to the full job description:  NOSS Manager JD.pdf
 
Interested persons seeking a career opportunity who meet the specified requirements are invited to submit electronically (PDF only) a job application letter and a detailed resume with the specific subject line NOSS Manager for consideration to hrm@utech.edu.jm by 3:45 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024. Applications should be addressed to:
  
Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer 
Division of Human Resources & Administration 
University of Technology, Jamaica 
237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6
 
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED
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