MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
STAFF VACANCY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:
ICT DEPARTMENT
Network Technician (Implementation/troubleshooting) X 2 Posts
Qualifications and Experience
- Must have a computer networking related qualification at Level 7 of the Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF) e.g. Cisco Certified Networking Professional, Bsc Computer Networking, etc
- At least 1 year of experience as an IT Intern or similar arrangement
Duties and Responsibilities
- Implementing new network solutions so as to improve network efficiency
- Ensure stable and reliable Campus network services (e.g. access products, service networks and core network).
- Day-to-day network performance monitoring
- Network troubleshooting and fault analysis; hardware troubleshooting and repair.
- Troubleshoot ticket generation and response; carrier interface and escalations.
- Deploy and maintenance of network monitoring, analysis and reporting tools.
- Apply configuration changes via our change control systems and processes.
- Configure and install Network services.
- Configure Active Network Devices/Equipment.
- Optimize services on the network.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for implemented networks.
Server Room Shift Technician X 2 Posts
Qualifications and Experience
- Must have a computer networking related qualification at Level 7 of the Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF) e.g. Cisco Certified Networking Professional, Bsc Computer Networking, etc
- At least 1 year of experience as an IT Intern or similar arrangement
- In-depth knowledge of data center environments, servers, and network equipment.
- Extensive experience in installing, monitoring, and maintaining Network Infrastructure equipment.
- Exceptional ability to work as part of a team, provide IT support, and resolve errors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitoring and performing on-going maintenance on servers and network equipment.
- Providing IT support to staff and customers, as well as responding to the server and network issues.
- Protecting University data by preventing the overheating of server room or data center components.
- Running hardware diagnostics and replacing failing parts in a timely manner.
- Monitoring all network processes to ensure the smooth flow of data across the network.
- Collaborating with software and network engineering teams on cybersecurity and network efficiency.
- Upgrading internal system components, including CPUs, memory, hard drives, and network cables.
- Documenting processes and keeping event logs.
- Advising on the procurement of new server room or data center equipment.
- Keeping track of developing trends in data center technologies.
Network Engineer X 1 Post
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Telecoms, or a related networking field.
- Cisco network certification professional would be advantageous.
- Minimum of 2 years working experience.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
- Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Designing and configuring new network solutions and improving the efficiency of current networks
- Creating and designing scalable networks according to Institution specifications and needs.
- Installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment including routers, servers, switches, WAN, DNS and DHCP
- Guiding procuring of network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation equipment
- Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximise network efficiency and security
- Investigating faults in the network
- Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases
- Coordinating computer network access and use.
- Designing, configuring, and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software.
*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s) and names and email addresses of three referees to:
The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw
Application documents must be in a single scan pdf format.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
To apply for this job email your details to vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw