Systems, Network and Security Administrator II

About

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority seeks a Systems, Network and Security Administrator II in the ICT Directorate, Infrastructure, Security and Support Department. The role supports implementation and maintenance of the Authority’s systems, network and security infrastructure; applicants must hold the stated degree and two specified professional certifications. Job grade: IPOA 9 Salary: Consolidated salary KSh. 90,000 – 130,000 Number of posts: 1 Position Reference: IPOA/HR/25/2026 Duty station: Headquarters/ Nairobi/ Regional Offices

How to apply

Submit your application online through the Careers portal on the IPOA website at https://www.ipoa.go.ke/ipoa/careers. No physical applications will be accepted. Successful applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and provide clearance certificates from HELB, EACC, CRB, KRA and DCI.

Responsibilities

• Supporting in implementation of policies, strategies, guidelines, plans, standards and procedures relating to ICT Systems, Network and Security while ensuring compliance to applicable laws, statutes and circulars.
• Configuring, managing, maintaining and ensuring security of ICT infrastructure, programmes and equipment.
• Implementing ICT systems and networks.
• Maintaining ICT Systems, Network and Security equipment and inventory in the Authority.
• Providing ICT Systems, Network and Security technical support in the Authority.
• Initiating corrective action, system safeguards and recovery plans in case of disaster or data loss.
• Updating all records in the division.
• Consolidating data for compiling internal and external reports in the division.
• Implementing risks mitigation measures.
• Developing and implementing individual work plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Information Technology, Information Communication Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Professional Certification in any two of the following: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) and Certificate in ethical hacking.