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Senior Systems Engineer

at Q - Sourcing
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted April 12, 2025
Category Engineering
IT / Information Technology
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

JOB DETAILS:

The Senior Systems Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our IT infrastructure, with a particular focus on supporting and managing both our Infrastructure and Unified Communications. This position requires a highly skilled and experienced professional capable of handling complex networking, security, and system administration tasks, as well as effectively managing vendor and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Asset Management & Procurement:

  • Oversee the lifecycle management of IT assets, including hardware, software, and network infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of IT assets and services.
  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all IT assets and ensure compliance with organizational policies.

IT Policies & Implementations:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Monitor and enforce adherence to IT policies across the organization.
  • Regularly review and update policies to align with evolving technology and business needs.

Network & Endpoint Security:

  • Oversee the security of the organization’s network, endpoints, and IT infrastructure.
  • Implement and manage security solutions to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats.
  • Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments, and take corrective actions as needed.

Onboarding & Off boarding:

  • Manage the IT aspects of employee onboarding and off boarding processes, ensuring timely provisioning and de-provisioning of access and equipment.
  • Collaborate with the People and Culture Department to streamline IT-related processes for new hires and exiting employees.

License & Access Management:

  • Manage software licenses, ensuring compliance with vendor agreements and optimizing usage across the organization.
  • Oversee access control management, ensuring that employees have the appropriate levels of access to systems and data.

Call Centre Management:

  • Oversee the IT infrastructure supporting the organization's Voice Infrastructure - Call Centre Studio, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to call center systems, including telephony, VoIP, and related applications.
  • Manage and maintain call center software and hardware, including updates and configurations.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience:

  • 5+ years’ experience in a similar Senior Systems Engineer role.
  • 3+ years’ experience managing call centre technologies (VOIP) and systems.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols, security principles, and system administration best practices.
  • Proven experience in IT operations, including asset management, procurement, and security.
  • Strong understanding of IT policies, network security, and access management.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Highly organized with a structured approach to managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Added Advantage: Certifications like CCNA, Security+, Voice, or relevant Microsoft certifications

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