Layer3 is one of the fastest growing network and security infrastructure companies in West Africa, providing award-winning services, including managed and cloud services, network security, IT infrastructure management, virtualization and mobile device management solutions. Our unique model integrates best-of-breed technologies from global leaders such as Juniper Networks, Blue Coat, Polycom, AirWatch, F5, Extreme Networks and VMware, coupled with our next-generation metro fiber networks, to offer unparalleled services and after sales support to some of the most demanding customers.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: IT Support Engineer
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Summary
- We are looking for a proactive and tech-savvy IT Support Officer to join our team.
- This entry-level role is ideal for a motivated individual with 1-2 years of experience in IT support.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware, software, networks, printers, and scanners.
- Provide basic technical support to employees, both in-person and remotely, to resolve IT-related issues.
- Monitor and respond to IT service requests in a timely manner.
- Identify, assess, and remediate security vulnerabilities in hardware, physical, software, and logical environments to enhance overall system security.
- Support data backup processes and Active Directory functions to ensure data integrity, recovery, security, and seamless user authentication.
- Maintain records of IT assets, software licenses, and manage IT consumables.
- Assist in the deployment and management of Microsoft Office 365 and other applications (e.g., Odoo ERP, NMS).
- Conduct basic training for employees on IT systems and best practices.
- Assist in network troubleshooting, conference room setup and basic system administration tasks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience as an IT support Engineer/Officer.
- Good knowledge of computer systems, software, and network troubleshooting.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Good communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
- Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic understanding of Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
- Familiarity with network protocols, security practices, and cloud platforms is an advantage.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications to: careers@layer3.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
- Our interview process at Layer3 is a multi-stage process. This process is designed to for us to know you better and how well you fit into the Layer3 culture. We are eager to meet you.
- Only qualified candidates would be contacted.
- This is an entry role (1-2 years experience).
- Do not apply if you have more 2 years experience
- We are seeking for new team members who are motivated by our objective and share our values.
- Goal getters with strong work ethics, self-motivated, excellence mindset, fit in well at Layer3.