Recruitment For Graduate Trainee (Infrastructure Support) at Venture Garden Nigeria

Venture Garden Nigeria (VGN) is a fast growing Software company with a vision to build an enduring organization with an ecosystem of value creators- while delivering high impact technology solutions for emerging markets through a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. At VGN we wage war against the average, go beyond the ordinary to explore limitless opportunities; breaking the norms and aggressively pursuing success through- Relentless Hard-work, Pursuit of excellence, calculated risk-taking and a hunger for knowledge and we have a lot of fun at it! We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Infrastructure Support Trainee Location: Lagos Position Purpose

• We are looking for an Infrastructure Support Specialist to maintain, upgrade and manage on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure. Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role.
• You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly.
• You should also have the patience to communicate with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users.
• Your goal will be to ensure that our server infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.

Primary Relationships

• Reports to: HNI Architect
• Department: Hardware, Network, & Infrastructure

Working Conditions:

• Flexibility & Open working conditions.

Equal Opportunity:

• The role is open to anyone who meets the above criteria regardless of race or nationality

Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• We welcome applications from junior to mid-level candidates with the following set of skills and experience:
• Familiar with Virtualization technology.
• General knowledge of system administration (Microsoft Windows and Linux)
• Demonstrate an understanding of Server Operating systems
• Work with cloud-based technologies and architecture
• Demonstrate an understanding of networking administration and concepts

Other Qualities:

• Ability to create and write clear, complete documentation including policies/procedures and diagrams
• Ability to adhere to a Change Management Process based on the ITIL framework
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate in a team environment.

Job Competencies And Capabilities Essential Competencies:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Exchange and SMTP.
• Knowledge of directory services, Active Directory and Open Directory.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, related field or related work experience.
• MCSA certification preferable.
• CCNA/CCNP certification preferable.
• Knowledge of Windows Server and Mac OS X Server products.

Skills:

• Listening and Communication Skills.
• People/Interpersonal Skills.
• Organizational Skills.
• Good time management Skills

Personal Qualities:

• Calm and patient; not easily angered.
• Highly organized and efficient; able to multi-task effectively and prioritize work based on the minimal direction and multiple competing priorities
• Can-do approach
• Discreet and respects confidentiality
• Integrity and high personal ethical standards

How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected]