Head of IT- Financial Institution

Application Deadline : Mar 28, 2015

Job Description: WorkSpace Global Consulting, the Recruitment & Outsourcing Division of MasterMindsHRSG Management Consulting is currently looking for a highly qualified professional to take on this role within our clients firm- one of the renowned non-bank financial institutions in Nigeria. Responsibilities
Recommending and establishing appropriate information technology systems and processes for the firm.
Providing direction in addressing a wide range of problems involving – network architecture; hardware and software; server administration; wireless networking; and information management;
Developing cohesive and homogenous IT structure for the firm;
Developing policies and procedures for information technology acquisition and utilisation;
Setup IP PABX solution for internal communication;
Active directory setup and maintenance;
Bandwidth monitoring and allocation;
Maintaining gateway, database, contents and application servers;
Overseeing company-wide LAN, WAN, ensuring network security;
Oversee procurements for technical requirements, ensuring all bills are paid as at when due;
Administer registration, hosting and renewals for all domain names;
Managing information technology support functions and reviewing/recommending appropriate alternative system options.
Qualifications and Experience
A first degree (Computer Science,Software/computer Engineering preferred) with minimum of 2:1
Minimum of 7 years experience in an IT environment
Recognised Professional IT certification is essential
Proven IT project management experience
Experience in database management
Skills & Competencies:
Computer networks, network administration and network installation;
Good understanding of aligning IT with business goals;
Strong inter-personal and communications expertise;
Computer trouble shooting;
Experience in monitoring and managing network using appropriate network administration tools;
Proficient knowledge in computer viruses and security;
Good knowledge of computer hardware and software systems;
Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and effectively;
Strong team interaction, support and leadership skills;
Project management and implementation skills.