IT Support Officer

New Education Consult - Our client, a reputable International School located in Lagos (Mainland), is recruiting proactive and knowledgeable candidates to provide first-line technical support across the school community and maintain the functionality, security, and efficiency of our IT systems and infrastructure in the capacity below:

Job Position: IT Support Officer
Job Location: Lagos Mainland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide the first point of IT Support contact for all Wellspring College staff, covering all hardware, software, and associated peripherals.
• Deploy computers, school technology, and associated peripherals including new installations and redeployment of existing equipment.
• Install and configure operating systems and software to agreed standards.
• Manage the local area network and internet connection.
• Maintain existing equipment to standards, by performing upgrades, new installations, and carrying out routine procedures.
• Assist in the compilation and maintenance of an accurate inventory of hardware and software, and ensure that records are kept up-to-date within the service desk system.
• Give technical support to the school’s CCTV system.
• Ensure network security through the installation of appropriate hardware and software, as well development of IT policies.
• Manage the school’s Student management software and learning management system.
• Work with colleagues to monitor the performance of the college’s systems, ensuring that issues are appropriately escalated and resolved.
• Provide technical assistance to project teams and undertake technical project roles when required.
• Demonstrate commitment to and promotion of a culture of service excellence and continual improvement within the IT Department.
• Provide at all times a professional, courteous, and rapid response to individual users.

Job Specification

• Minimum of B.Sc in in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in IT support or systems administration.
• Strong knowledge of PC hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Familiarity with current operating systems, protocols, and IT standards.
• Hands-on experience with TCP/IP, routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Practical experience with Mikrotik RouterOS, Winbox, and User Manager.
• Proficiency in supporting Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and cloud-based applications.
• Knowledge of Android OS, smartphones, LAN/WiFi configuration, and security best practices.
• Experience in supporting diverse IT systems, troubleshooting, and training users.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Good research and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a professional attitude and willingness to learn.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using Job Position as the subject of the email.