Deputy Information/ Technology Manager Job at Bourbon Interoil Nigeria

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Deputy Information/ Technology Manager M/F

Reference: 2022-584 
Job Location: Rivers
Contract type: Permanent Contract

Roles and Responsibilities
Mission:

• To support the IT Manager with managing, monitoring and deploying information technology system in shore base sites and onboard offshore vessels. To provide local site and vessels’ IT maintenance and support. To comply with Corporate IT standards.

Description and Expected Outcome / Performance Indicators

• To support the provision of IT maintenance and support to site and vessels:
• To support the compliance with Corporate IT standards: applying Corporate guidelines and Affiliate procedures
• To support external service providers in order to accomplish all IT activities.
• Facilitate the deployment of Corporate application and local applications.
• Support and Ensure proper and on time maintenance on RadNav and DP system on Bourbon vessels
• Monitoring daily operations, including server hardware, software, and operating systems.
• Coordinating technology installations, upgrades, and maintenance.
• To support local IT security and Ensure Data security for all sites
• To support the installation of telecommunication links between the Corporate network and the site/vessels: satellite links, leased lines, Virtual Private Network (VPN), etc.
• Support the Increase of productivity by providing competent sufficient staff for IT issues resolution
• Support the Optimization of Telecommunication cost for all BINL sites.
• Selecting and purchasing new and replacement hardware and software, when necessary.
• Testing, troubleshooting, and modifying information systems so that they operate effectively.
• Generating performance reports for operating systems.
• Assuring all IT activities are performed within the parameters of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Evaluating technology risks in order to develop a network disaster recovery plan and backup procedures.
• Remaining up to date with advances in technology and industry best practices

Qualifications, Skills and Experiences

• A Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of industry-standard computer hardware and software systems
• Management and leadership skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with network administration (Cisco certification) is required
• Proficient in computer hardware, cabling installation and support, wireless technology applications and interface, and IT security.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows software, including server, office, and exchange.
• Knowledge in Encryption Technology with the Focus on Bitlocker
• Good Understanding on Office 365, Azure, Intune and On-Premise Exchange

Work Experience:

• Minimum of Seven (7) years of relevant experience in Information Technology Management in a Marine & Logistics Industry, oil and Gas sector or any Blue-chip Company.