Computer Technologist III (Systems Administrator/Network Administrator)

Garissa University College is seeking a Computer Technologist III (Systems Administrator/Network Administrator) to join its ICT department. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the university's campus-wide network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and seamless connectivity across all academic and administrative departments while maintaining a robust security posture.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain high availability of the university's campus-wide network infrastructure.
• Assist in systems installation, configuration, and maintenance of university networks.
• Assist in the implementation and management of server security systems and procedures.
• Monitor and fine-tune the performance of servers and network devices.
• Install and maintain data communication infrastructure and services.
• Provide systems administration services for university servers.
• Install, configure, optimize, and maintain internet and intranet servers.
• Ensure network security measures are maintained and monitor performance effectiveness.
• Design quality network systems for various schools and departments.
• Manage high-performance cabled (Fiber/UTP) and wireless (WLAN) enterprise networks.
• Implement 24/7 proactive monitoring to ensure 99.9% uptime for critical university services.
• Manage network security including firewalls (Fortinet/Cisco), VPNs, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Optimize traffic flow using Load Balancing and Quality of Service (QoS) for e-learning platforms.
• Manage hybrid connectivity (Site-to-Site VPN/ExpressRoute) for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP.
• Implement Network Access Control (NAC) to manage Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and VLAN isolation.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting (Python/Bash).

Requirements and Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• At least four (4) years of relevant work experience.
• Expert proficiency in Zabbix, Nagios, or ManageEngine OpManager for infrastructure health and Wireshark for deep packet analysis.
• At least one (1) certification from relevant professional bodies: CCNP, CDCP, CCNA Cloud, CCNA Industrial/IoT, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, N+, A+ OCA, CISSP, Linux+, Network+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), CISA, CISM, or CGEIT.
• Demonstrable cybersecurity skills.
• Technical skills in System Administration on different platforms including MS Windows and Linux.
• Experience with Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), Cloud Integration (Azure/AWS), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Proven experience in managing High Density Wireless environments and Power over Ethernet (PoE) budgeting for IP-CCTV and VoIP.
• Familiarity with Identity Management (Active Directory/Azure AD) and Single Sign-On (SSO) integration.
• Knowledge of Disaster Recovery (DR) planning and off-site backup synchronization strategies.
• Expert-level administration of Microsoft 365 Education (A3/A5 plans) and Google Workspace for Education.
• Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenyan Constitution.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to complete the “Application for Employment” form (Form FM–HR–009) available on the Garissa University website. Provide full details of educational and professional qualifications, work experience, telephone number, and email address. Attach an updated CV, copies of academic/professional certificates, and testimonials. Applications must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the position title to:

THE VICE CHANCELLOR GARISSA UNIVERSITY PO BOX 1801-70100 GARISSA

Or via email to: recruitment@gau.ac.ke

Applications should be received no later than 20th March 2026 at 5.00pm.