KK
Security is a leading security firm in Kenya with operations across
Africa in Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi and the DR
Congo employing over 20,000 employees.
We are seeking to recruit highly talented persons to join our team.
1. Investigations Manager
The Principle purpose of the job shall be to:
Create
and maintain networks with the relevant stakeholders in the security
sector across the country to support private – public partnership and
enhance KK visibility as a significant security provider
Carry out site security surveys and investigations into incidences within KK and client premises.
Work
in conjunction with the internal resources and the relevant authorities
to ensure that investigations and prosecutions are carried out in a
professional and timely manner.
Support in conducting stakeholders’ background checks and in designing processes to limit exposure to fraud.
Desired Skills and Experience:
University degree in social sciences
Post graduate qualifications in Security Management
At least 5 years of relevant experience in similar roles
Excellent ICT, communication and interpersonal skills
2. IT Network Administrator
The Systems Administrator (SA) shall be responsible for effective
provision, installation / configuration, operation, and maintenance of
systems hardware and software and related infrastructure.
The individual will assist project teams with technical issues in all
project stages, from inception and planning through to post delivery and
troubleshooting including definition of needs, benefits, and technical
strategy; research & development within the project life-cycle;
technical analysis and design; and support of operations staff in
executing, testing and rolling-out solutions.
The individual shall be accountable for; Microsoft Server 2008~2015,
Virtualization Technologies, Network Technologies, hardware (including
servers and storage), and any other technologies as required.
Responsibilities on these systems include SA engineering and
provisioning, operations and support, maintenance and research and
development to ensure continual innovation.
Desired Skills and Experience:
MCSE certified.
Systems Administration/System Engineer experience in Linux, Navision (MIS), CRM, Networking and firewall/cryptography.
Virtualization software experience (VMware)
Hardware (Dell servers, storage, Cisco and other components such as Load Balancers)
Five years+ system administration experience as a minimum.
Experience in effective management of helpdesk technicians.
Self-starter capable of looking at new areas and taking responsibility for the development of skills that the business requires.
3. Group IT Manager
The role requires a good understanding of business processes, along with
a good level of commercial awareness – the ability to see the bigger
picture.
The candidate will be responsible for the delivery of IT prioritised
project(s) from requirements analysis through to project delivery and
handover to administrators/IT team members.
The position will require analysis and engagement throughout the
business structures, and working closely with IT teams and assist in the
definition and development of tools appropriate to business needs.
Work on concurrent, cross-functional projects, where applicable. With
responsibility for direct reporting, duties will also include the
ownership, maintenance and development of central management/ mission
critical systems and the ownership, development and documentation of
policies and production of processes with a focus on the alignment and
continued compliance of business functions with various industry
standards and best practices.
In addition to provide necessary project/business case proposals to various senior management/board members.
Desired Skills and Experience:
A minimum of 12 years of relevant Experience at corporate institutions at similar roles
Relevant University Degree and/or Business experience.
Possess
strong knowledge in IT Infrastructure & Telecommunication with good
people management skills to work along with internal & external
teams including the ability to communication at all business levels.
Be
technically-minded to aid in management decisions on the technical
aspect of the business with a background preferably in the security
sector.
Strong
understanding of general network technologies (LAN, WAN, WLAN, Proxy,
SSL, PKI etc), in addition to knowledge on various network security
technologies e.g. Firewall, Web Filtering, Vulnerability Management,
Penetration Testing etc.
Recent
desirable Sys Admin/Sys Engineer interaction with Linux, Navision
(MIS), CRM, Networking and firewall/cryptography, Virtualization
(VMware) & Hardware (Dell servers, storage, Cisco and other
components such as Load Balancers).
Ability to manage time effectively to achieve the defined tasks within the deadlines set by the business.
Experience in managing Operations, performance reviews, team building and training.
Confidence to question and challenge decisions.
Experience in working with international clients while managing service delivery, experience on transitions.
Motivated through the delivery of a quality service.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the above qualifications are requested to send in
their applications including detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and email
addresses of three referees to: hr@kksecurity.com before 15th October 2015.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
