IT Systems And Network- Erp Administrator

Founded in Beirut in 1986, Pikasso is the number one Out-of-Home advertising company across the Levant (Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq), leader in North Africa (Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco), and has extended its activity to West Africa (Ivory Coast, Senegal, Mali) and the Caucasus (Armenia).

With more than 13,000 advertising faces, 450 digital screens, 73 exclusive concessions, a presence in 434 cities of 10 countries, and 400 highly qualified professionals, Pikasso places quality and innovation at the heart of its development.

Through the innovative use of a comprehensive range of products, including Billboards, Large Format, Digital Out-of-Home, Street Furniture, Malls and Transport advertising, our mission is to ensure audience engagement at prime locations; maintain our status as a fully integrated Out-of-Home provider; deliver our advertisers creative opportunities and remain at the forefront of technology.

JOB PURPOSE

• Monitor and maintain the computer systems and network infrastructure.
• Solve Technical and applications problems.
• Install Support and Maintain servers, PCs and applications in coordination with the selected suppliers and the IT Manager.
• Operate the organization's ERP systems through implementation of best practices through installing, configuring, patching, upgrading, and maintaining the company's investments in the chosen ERP technologies.

MAIN TASKS

SYSTEMS AND NETWORK:

• Install, configure and maintain computer hardware, operating systems and applications.
• Implement network security measures in order to protect data, software and hardware.
• Maintain logs related to network functions as well as maintenance and repair records.
• Configure and maintain AD, DNS & MS Exchange.
• Manage all system back-up and restore procedures.
• Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and email accounts.
•  Install, configure and manage SCCM 2012.
• Deploy policies, applications and script using SCCM.
• Install, configure and manager SCOM 2012.
• Ensure all software is updated, and ensure the latest patches, packs, updates and patterns are installed.
• Install, manage and monitor GFI web monitor.
• Create, manage and configure virtual machines in VMWare.
• Install and manage Kaspersky antivirus on servers and workstations.
• Perform troubleshooting analysis of servers, workstations and associated systems.
•  Manage and monitor Microsoft EOP (mail filter).
• Configure and manage windows updates through WSUS.
• Manage switches, ports and virtual networks.
• Maintain a network infrastructure map of all the points.
• Perform regular checkup on the servers (performance, health checks and physical checks).
• Ensure server backup and security from unauthorized access.
• Install, maintain and upgrade servers and PCs.
• Talk staff through a series of actions either face to face or over the telephone to help set up systems or resolve issues.
• Maintain a proper and clean server room.
• Monitor, maintain and administer computer networks including software, applications, IP telephony and operating systems.
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Perform Routine network startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control records.
• Troubleshoot system and network problems; diagnose and solve hardware, operating systems and software faults.
• Contact and establish a good working relationship with users, providers and other professionals.

ERP:

• Responsible for ensuring the reliable performance of ERP systems.
• Participate in projects to implement, test and design ERP systems and applications.
• Resolve certain ERP related problems.
• Monitor and maintain ERP systems security.
• Liaise with company's ERP suppliers for prompt rectification of any problems or emergencies. 
• Perform daily monitoring and troubleshooting of the ERP system.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• BS in Computer Science, MIS or Computer Engineering.
• 4-5 years experience in systems administration and networking infrastructures and administrating ERP applications.
• Previous experience in Oracle JDE ERP is a plus.
• Experience in SQL / Oracle queries.
• Proven experience in overseeing the direction, development, and implementation of ERP software solutions. 

SKILLS, COMPETENCIES & KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge in Computer hardware and operating systems (Windows, Unix, Linux, etc).
• Knowledge in Microsoft products (Active Directory, Exchange Server, WSUS, Group Policies, SQL, etc).
• Knowledge in networking protocols, infrastructures, IP telephony and equipment.
• Knowledge in security principles, software, devices and best practices (Antivirus, Antispam, Firewalls, VPN, etc).
• MCSA/MCSE and CCNA are a plus.
• Technically fluent in relational database administration, including MSSQL, Oracle JDE or similar large-scale relational databases, Navision, Microsoft ERP.
• Knowledge of enterprise-level applications, including CRM, data warehouses, etc.
• Strong knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies. 
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work under tight deadlines.
• Attention to details.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to set up temporary solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Ability to translate the management requests into technical implementation.

Interested candidate can apply to: careers @ pikasso,com