Chief Information Officer - Network Engineer

Role: Network Engineer

Function: Chief Information Officer

Department: IT Infrastructure & Cloud

Section: N/A

Reports to: Lead

Job Summary

Overall Purpose

The Network Engineer will maintain and optimise the Bank’s network infrastructure. This role focuses on executing standard networking solutions, ensuring reliability and supporting in addressing any related issues.

Key Responsibilities

The job holder will be responsible for:

• Deploying, configuring and maintaining network hardware, including switches, routers and wireless systems.
• Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Fulfilling and maintaining network security measures (such as ACLs, firewall policies and configurations).
• Assisting with network expansions, upgrades and migrations.
• Collaborating with other IT teams to support infrastructure projects.
• Providing second-tier support for complex network issues.
• Contributing to network automation efforts, including script development and testing.
• Managing day-to-day procurement and logistics tasks, including coordination with suppliers and internal departments, asset inventory tasks.
• Monitoring and maintaining the stability and performance of data centre environments.
• Aiding in new site deployments.
• Documenting configurations, processes and network changes.
• Researching and implementing new technologies and solutions to support ever-evolving project requirements.
• Evaluating and recommending networking tools and solutions.

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This position requires the readiness to work in a 24/7 operational environment, including on-call responsibilities on a roster basis with rest of the team.

In addition to the specific functions, management may assign more duties as required for the job from time to time.

Attitude:

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Assertive and confident.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to take initiative and working with minimal supervision.
• Highly responsible, committed and appreciates the responsibilities which the job entails.
• Passion for staying current on emerging network and communication technologies.

Required Criteria:

Previous proven work experience of three (3) years in an enterprise IT environment AND an MQF Level 5 Qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related area.

OR

Previous proven work experience of four (4) years in an enterprise IT environment.

OR

Previous proven work experience of one (1) year in an enterprise IT environment AND an MQF Level 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related area.

In the shortlisting process, preference may be given to candidates meeting the third required criteria.

Desirable Criteria:

Associate level network/IT certifications (e.g. CCNA, etc.).

Familiarity and prior experience in a team focusing on network management, security and monitoring tools/technologies.

An MQF Level 4 qualification in Pure Mathematics.

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Bank Holidays and additional vacation leave days over and above the statutory entitlement
• Free basic health insurance
• Relocation assistance and packages for expats joining the bank
• Accredited training programs from our BOV Learning Academy
• Study leave when employees decide to further their studies on part time basis
• Staff home loan rates for your dream home and other credit facilities at reduced interest rates
• Voluntary Occupation Pension Scheme (VOPS)
• Guarantee of working with an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE
• A budget dedicated to your children’s summer school costs

At BOV Group, we prioritise integrity, ethical behaviour and a strong work ethic. These principles form the foundation of the Bank’s core values: sustainability, excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion. All employees are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct & Ethics, which outlines the standards for professional and personal behaviour. Commitment to these principles is essential for maintaining the BOV Group’s reputation and ensuring a positive, productive work environment.

The Bank ensures a fair, transparent, consistent and non-discriminatory treatment of employees on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, colour, ethnic, or social origin, genetic features, language, religion, or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.