Plan, implement and manage the following IT infrastructure to support the digitalisation requirements of MPA and the shipping community, in accordance with the Government’s information security and system resiliency requirements:
- Windows servers administration
- UNIX/Linux administration
- Compliance to IM8 and CSA requirements for IT infrastructure, cyber-security and critical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that IT infrastructure projects are implemented on schedule in accordance to the requirements, quality and security standards of the Authority and Whole of Government (WOG).
- Manage the day-to-day Windows and UNIX/Linux administration including Whole-of-Government IT infrastructure projects.
- Manage IT infrastructure and application systems integration and ensure its compliance to IM8 and CSA requirements.
- Identify, explore and adopt new technologies and solutions into MPA IT infrastructure for enhanced scalability, resiliency and performance, while ensuring a sustainable and lower cost of ownership.
- Develop and maintain standards and best practices in building Windows solutions.
- Manage vendors and product/service contracts.
System Administration
- Support IT application and infrastructure project implementations.
- Manage Windows Servers supporting various application systems.
- Manage UNIX/Linux Servers supporting various application systems.
- Implement and manage server virtualisation.
- Review of application architecture designs for efficient and secure application access.
- Manage service levels of vendors/suppliers for IT infrastructure contracts.
- Maintain high availability and optimal performance of the Windows and UNIX/Linux servers.
- Manage security protection on Production, Acceptance and Test computing environments.
- Analyse and solve end user problems related to IT infrastructure.
- Maintain and validate the IT Disaster Recovery Plan.
- Proactively manage the technology refresh plan to address software and hardware obsolescence.
- Ensure compliance with internal Quality Management System and Government IM8 and CSA requirements for IT and cybersecurity.
- Work closely with engineers, developers, testers and users to ensure technical compatibility on infrastructure and application systems integration and user satisfaction.
Project Management
- Plan, design and implement IT infrastructure architecture.
- Manage and co-ordinate vendors/suppliers and users in maintenance and project rollout.
- Evaluate & introduce new system technologies.
- Ensuring that budgets are adhered to and deadlines met.
- Draw up, supervise and document testing schedule and results.
- Oversee systems implementation including data migration.
Requirements
- Background in Computer Science, Engineering or related disciplines.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in administration of Windows/Unix/Linux servers.
- Detailed knowledge of Windows/Unix server setup, deployment and maintenance.
- Ability to create scripts in Perl, Python, PowerShell and similar languages.
- Experience with databases, patch management, data backup and networks including LAN and WAN.
- Familiar with modern operating systems and server platforms.
- Experience with VMware, Clustering, NetBackup and Nutanix will be an advantage.
- Ability to thrive under pressure, function and deliver effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Good command of English, both written and spoken
- Be prepared to work in a team providing 24x7 support
- Strong documentation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Join us and discover a meaningful and exciting career with Assurity Trusted Solutions!
The remuneration package will commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Interested applicants, please click "Apply Now".
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