IS Administrator

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Closing Date 28th July 2015

 

IS Administrator-150268

 

Primary Location Poland-Bydgoszcz

Organizational Element SERVICE OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE

Schedule Full-time

Salary (Pay Basis) : 8,429.31Polish Zloty (PLN) Monthly

Grade B.5

 

Description:

Do you have broad and sound technical knowledge of IT systems with a minimum of 4 years general experience in System Administration of Microsoft Windows Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Databases and Oracle Databases?

Do you have experience in administration and troubleshooting of Microsoft Office SharePoint Servers’ farms?

 

If the answer is yes, this position is IDEAL for you.

 

As IS Administrator you will be working within the Functional Services Section. This Section is responsible for installing and maintaining mission specific functional software applications, databases and information exchange systems.

 

Role responsibilities:

 

As IS Administrator you will be responsible for the day to day system administration of assigned Functional Services and databases. Under the direction of Head (Functional Services), you will perform duties such as the following:

##Responsible for day to day System Administration (SA) of all assigned Functional Services, Database systems (Microsoft SQL Servers and Oracle DBs) supporting the Customer HQs, to include managing the DB Server’s Operating System;
##Responsible for the System Administration of other Information Exchange and Collaboration Systems (Microsoft Office SharePoint Portals) assigned;
##Apply Functional Services and Databases’ patches and make necessary hardware and software changes to maintained servers;
##Respond to Customer Support Centre requests for assistance and take appropriate actions to troubleshoot, to include giving guidance and assisting personnel on remotely accessed Functional Services;
##Assist Head (Functional Services) in coordination with supported HQs Functional Service Managers to ensure supported functions services are providing desired services in a timely, reliable and responsive manner;
##Establish, supervise and execute proper preventive maintenance plans;
##Ensure all Configuration Control data is reported to IS Services section in a timely manner;
##Provide assistance and technical advice to other staff of the NCI Agency CSU Bydgoszcz for all aspects of systems and services supported by the cell;
##Maintain a close liaison with other technicians and engineers in the NCI Agency CSU Bydgoszcz;
##Stay abreast of technological developments relevant to the area of work;
##Deputize for higher grade staff;
##Performs other duties as may be required.

Person specification

Qualifications required:

To be eligible to apply for the post of IS Administrator, it is essential that you hold, as a minimum, Vocational training at a higher technical level in a relevant discipline. A higher educational qualification but less practical experience or a less formal educational background combined with particularly relevant practical experience may also be acceptable.

Experience required:

It is essential that the ideal candidate holds, as a minimum, eight (8) years of relevant experience with a minimum of 4 years general experience in System Administration of Microsoft Windows Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Databases and Oracle Databases.

It is considered highly desirable if you have ITIL certifications, Microsoft certifications (preferably MCDBA or MCSA) or/and university degree in a field related to the function of the post.

Within this it is necessary that you have extensive experience or technical knowledge of:
##administration and troubleshooting of the Microsoft Office SharePoint Servers’ farms;
##IT systems;
##diagnosing deficiencies in networks and associated equipment;
##configuration and customization of the Microsoft Office suite, e-mail clients, Web browsers and Web content management.

Preferably you will also have experience with:
##ITIL Service Management framework;
##Oracle Database servers;
##Project Management;
##System Analysis methodologies;
##DB design and management;
##UNIX system administration;
##supporting systems and applications in virtualized environments;
##working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.

Competencies required:

Being successful as IS Administrator you should demonstrate the following behavioural competencies:
##Relating and Networking – Easily establishes good relationships with customers and staff; relates well to people at all levels; builds wide and effective networks of contacts; uses humour appropriately to bring warmth to relationships with others.
##Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations – Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; sets high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals.
##Planning and Organising - Sets clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organises resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.
##Deciding and Initiating Action – Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people; takes initiative and works under own direction; initiates and generates activity and introduces changes into work processes; makes quick, clear decisions which may include tough choices or considered risks.
##Applying Expertise and Technology – Applies specialist and detailed technical expertise; uses technology to achieve work objectives; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development; demonstrates an understanding of different organisational departments and functions.

Travel:

You may be required to undertake duty travel to operational theatres inside and outside NATO boundaries.

Language skills:

Most of the work of the NCI Agency is conducted in the English language, therefore a thorough knowledge of English, both written and spoken, is essential.

 

What do we Offer?

 

Excellent tax-free salary, including (where eligible) expatriation household and children's allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff.
##Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme;
##Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible).
##Retirement Pension Plan.

To learn more about NCI Agency and our work, please visit our website.

The Agency’s recruitment team advises you that due to the large volume of applications it receives the screening process may take up to 2 months.

We appreciate your patience.

 

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