IT NETWORK & SECURITY SPECIALIST (GRADUATE TRAINEE) – BOTSWANA STOCK EXCHANGE

VACANCY
IT NETWORK & SECURITY SPECIALIST
(GRADUATE TRAINEE)

The Botswana Stock Exchange Limited (BSEL) is one of the leading exchanges in Africa and plays an increasingly important role in the country’s economic development by meeting the growing demand for investment products and access to capital. The BSEL wishes to recruit a dynamic professional to join the Information Technology Department and help contribute to the development of Botswana’s capital market.

IT NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST (GRADUATE TRAINEE)

To plan, design and implement network systems and security, in addition to ensuring the optimum performance of the network systems of the BSEL and CSDB.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Install and configure computer softwares, operating systems and applications.
• Monitor and proactively maintain computer systems and networks and evaluate connectivity issues.
• Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve network problems.
• Organise and schedule upgrades and maintenance of both the hardware and the software.
• Ensure completion of allocated tasks whether done internally or outsourced to third parties.
• Setting up of new users accounts, profiles and allocate new passwords and resolve issues related to all those activities.
• Test and evaluate both current and new technology and make the necessary recommendations.
• Maintain hardware and software documentations and registers.
• Develop and maintain local networks in ways that optimize performance.
• Ensure security and privacy of the Exchange networks and computer systems.
• Install and Update, test and monitor servers, firewalls and perform data backup.
• Provide helpdesk support for network issues and technical support.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Skills
• Technical Expertise
• Communication Skills
• Quality/ Results oriented
• Planning and Organising
• Diagnostic and problem solving skills

Applicants should have a Degree in Computer Science. Information Technology or related field.

No prior experience is required, however, the prospective candidate should have the passion for technology and problem solving, be self-disciplined and attentive to details and have the ability to apply knowledge to new situations. This is an initial engagement for 36 months with possibility of longer engagement.

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please email your CV and the names of two non-related referees to:

Head of Finance and Administration
Botswana Stock Exchange Limited

e-mail: [email protected]

Applications should reach the Botswana Stock Exchange Limited on or before 23rd November 2018. Note: The Botswana Stock Exchange Limited shall enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates only.