Network Administrator Job Vacancy at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Limited

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Limited firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services.


We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Network Administrator

Reference Number: 125-NIG00088
Location: Lagos
Department: Internal Firm Services

Job Concept

• The position of network administrator ensures a seamless day-to-day operability of the firm's network and telecoms infrastructure that guarantees full and effective implementation of the firm’s information management systems. Such infrastructure includes radio hardware, LAN devices, WAN devices, wireless devices, PABX, IP Based devices, etc
• This is an executive position; he/she is responsible for the Network Engineers and reports to the Network Manager.

• Provide technical guidance on Networking Projects with vendors;
• Monitor performance of IS equipments ( routers, switches, etc)
• Working as a team member in a project environment, including multi-disciplinary teams
• Assist in determining and carrying out key needs for effective telecommunication system
• Providing network administrative support on operating system components such as Windows 2003 / 2008 operating systems
• Ensure up-to-date network OS upgrades of all existing firm network devices (bios inclusive)
• Telephone & PABX support
• Maintain inventory of network asset such as Routers, Switches, PABX, netboz, wireless devices, etc
• Support the maintenance of networked devices
• Manage all local network upgrades and back-up processes
• Support in the security remediation of networked devices .e.g Cisco, Routers, etc
• Assist in developing network security policies and plans
• Monitor the availability of network links and efficiency
• Test redundancy of network links and carry out successful failover for network systems equipped for business continuity / disasters recovery

• Must have over 5 years IT experience
• In-depth experience with security issues on multiple operating systems platforms such as LINUX , Windows 2000/2003/2008/XP/Win7
• In-depth knowledge of PKI, firewalls, VoIP, DMZ, MPLS,MDM,SIEM, Radio & Fibre configuration
• Must have performed oversight function for others or team
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of established computer-industry security procedures for multiple computer platforms

• Good written and oral communication ability
• Ability to solve problems quickly and completely
• Ability to train PwC users on use of computer software and hardware in both office and classroom situations
• Strong work ethics
• Action planning, Motivating, Analytical mind and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic environment and work under intense pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• First Degree or HND in Computer Science and computer related disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics, Computer with Mathematics, MIS & Electrical/ Electronics). Certification in Microsoft Technology e.g. MCSE, CCNA will be an added advantage.