Network Systems Administrator

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Date: 19 Aug 2026

Location: Kingston, Jamaica

Company: GraceKennedy Ltd.

 

GK takes pride in our people, our products and our environment. Our culture is built on a philosophy of unity, grounded in our spirit of care, and guided by our core values of Honesty, Integrity and Trust. We are a team that cares and supports you on your journey to achieving your personal goals and realizing your potential.

 

The GraceKennedy Financial Group seeks to identify an individual looking for an excellent opportunity to progress his/her career; and who possesses the vision and energy to help drive dynamic changes across the group, in the following capacity:-​

NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

 

 

Purpose of Position

The Network Systems Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the Group’s technology infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining and supporting the organization’s network and server environments, while helping to ensure reliable connectivity, system availability, and operational resilience across the Financial Group.

What You'll Be Responsible For

In this role, you will support the organization by:

  • Administering and maintaining the Group’s server, network, and infrastructure environments to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
  • Monitoring system health, conducting routine maintenance, and performing performance tuning and capacity management activities. 
  • Managing enterprise server environments, including Windows, Linux, and AIX platforms, in both physical and virtual infrastructures. 
  • Supporting the administration of network devices and technologies, including firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems. 
  • Maintaining network connectivity and resolving infrastructure issues to ensure reliable service delivery across the organization. 
  • Supporting the implementation of security controls, system hardening, patch management, and vulnerability mitigation activities. 
  • Participating as a technical lead in infrastructure projects, including the design, deployment, and implementation of new technology solutions. 
  • Managing backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes to support operational resilience and recovery objectives. 
  • Maintaining accurate documentation, hardware and software inventories, and technical standards across the infrastructure environment.

What Will Make You Successful

  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a similar infrastructure, network, or systems administration role. 
  • Strong experience supporting and administering Windows, Linux, and AIX server environments, including both physical and virtual infrastructure. 
  • Experience with Active Directory, VMware, and enterprise server administration. 
  • Sound knowledge of networking technologies, including LANs, WANs, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and voice communication systems.
  • Experience supporting technology environments within the financial services sector or similarly regulated industries would be an asset.
  • Professional certifications such as MCP, MCSA, or CCNA are desirable. 
  • Experience administering Apache/Web-based application servers, particularly Oracle WebLogic, would be advantageous. 
  • Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, networking, virtualization, and systems administration principles. 
  • Ability to diagnose issues, assess system performance, and identify practical solutions to complex technical challenges. 
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate infrastructure activities, and meet critical deadlines. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. 
  • Ability to work effectively with colleagues, vendors, and business partners to achieve shared objectives. 
  • Commitment to providing responsive, high-quality service to internal customers and stakeholders. 
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently while responding effectively to evolving business and technology needs.
  • Demonstrates sound judgement, confidentiality, accountability, and alignment with GK Values.

GraceKennedy's Competencies

GraceKennedy embraces six key competencies that all employees, regardless of level, should master and demonstrate across the organization. These are:
•    Results Oriented
•    Digitally Savvy
•    Collaborative
•    Engaging & Inspiring
•    Diversity-Embracing
•    GK Values-Driven

​Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications no later than 31/08/2026 via the careers section of our Corporate Website at www.gracekennedy.com

 

GraceKennedy Financial Group upholds the principles of fairness and equity in the treatment of all our employees and stakeholders. The Company is committed to equity in all its employment practices and policies and seeks to recruit, develop and retain its employees on the basis of merit, ability and performance. As such, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment, and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, national origin, religion, gender, or otherwise.