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JOB PURPOSE
The Technology & Operations department is looking for competent individuals with degree in computer science good experience in technology projects, strong background in Linux Operating system, Java and other technology systems. To fill the position of Systems Administrator, the purpose of the role includes Linux OS administration (installation, configuration, user and file management, patching, upgrade etc), perform intraday processing, start/end of day activities, month end activities, general housekeeping, system maintenance activities, backups, restores, report printing starting/stopping servers and other processes to mention a few.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure smooth operations of all processes with in production operations
Execute Start/End of day processes including month/year End processes and ensure these are completed within agreed times so as to ensure high availability of service to branches and head office departments
Print reports and statements and ensure timely distribution branch network and other head office departments
Monitor and manage user activity in the computer room and test areas.
Monitor system, network and data storage capacity and ensure these are within optimum limits
Complete daily/weekly/monthly checklists for all routine process
Verify data integrity by executing predefined system checks
Conducting routine systems clean ups and other database/file management activities to ensure optimum system performance
Call logging on Team Track of afterhours calls, provide resolution and escalate where necessary
Monitor ATM server and network activity and advise ATM custodians of any down time.
Collect and compile statistical information on system performance as directed by Team Leader
Participation in Business continuity and Disaster recovery tests
Assist in maintaining documented (e.g. Disaster Recovery) procedures and run books for the datacentre in the bank
Ensure synchronization/replication of critical systems is maintained for the successful DR tests
Participation in key bank projects
Participate in project implementations as assigned and ensure completion within set timelines
Update project stakeholders about the project progress and provide consistent feedback at agreed intervals
Participate in Installation of Hardware and Software as per Group technology Standard
Assist in software implementations on the production systems where necessary
Provide full support during Implementation of approved changes onto Live, Contingency and DR servers across all systems.
Ensure backups and restores are done in accordance with policy
Perform system and data backups in accordance with agreed cycles and ensure that all tapes/storage media are appropriately stored per Group guidelines and standard
Ensure replication between production and DR data centres
Monitor replication across the two sites
Reduction of MTTR
Define RPOs in line with replication strategy
Ensure replication, tape/external media backups are in place
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Information Technology and Computer Science
1-2years in Operating systems, data centres, networks, database
Experience in IT projects.
Strong practical knowledge in operating systems like Linus, JAVA will be added advantage
The Technology & Operations department is looking for competent individuals with degree in computer science good experience in technology projects, strong background in Linux Operating system, Java and other technology systems. To fill the position of Systems Administrator, the purpose of the role includes Linux OS administration (installation, configuration, user and file management, patching, upgrade etc), perform intraday processing, start/end of day activities, month end activities, general housekeeping, system maintenance activities, backups, restores, report printing starting/stopping servers and other processes to mention a few.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure smooth operations of all processes with in production operations
Execute Start/End of day processes including month/year End processes and ensure these are completed within agreed times so as to ensure high availability of service to branches and head office departments
Print reports and statements and ensure timely distribution branch network and other head office departments
Monitor and manage user activity in the computer room and test areas.
Monitor system, network and data storage capacity and ensure these are within optimum limits
Complete daily/weekly/monthly checklists for all routine process
Verify data integrity by executing predefined system checks
Conducting routine systems clean ups and other database/file management activities to ensure optimum system performance
Call logging on Team Track of afterhours calls, provide resolution and escalate where necessary
Monitor ATM server and network activity and advise ATM custodians of any down time.
Collect and compile statistical information on system performance as directed by Team Leader
Participation in Business continuity and Disaster recovery tests
Assist in maintaining documented (e.g. Disaster Recovery) procedures and run books for the datacentre in the bank
Ensure synchronization/replication of critical systems is maintained for the successful DR tests
Participation in key bank projects
Participate in project implementations as assigned and ensure completion within set timelines
Update project stakeholders about the project progress and provide consistent feedback at agreed intervals
Participate in Installation of Hardware and Software as per Group technology Standard
Assist in software implementations on the production systems where necessary
Provide full support during Implementation of approved changes onto Live, Contingency and DR servers across all systems.
Ensure backups and restores are done in accordance with policy
Perform system and data backups in accordance with agreed cycles and ensure that all tapes/storage media are appropriately stored per Group guidelines and standard
Ensure replication between production and DR data centres
Monitor replication across the two sites
Reduction of MTTR
Define RPOs in line with replication strategy
Ensure replication, tape/external media backups are in place
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Information Technology and Computer Science
1-2years in Operating systems, data centres, networks, database
Experience in IT projects.
Strong practical knowledge in operating systems like Linus, JAVA will be added advantage