About Ironbridge Capital
Ironbridge Capital is a private equity firm that acquires and grows mid-market companies in East Africa, with a focus on manufacturing, healthcare, and agribusiness. Founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Ironbridge has raised two funds totalling USD 120 million and has made nine investments, five of which have been successfully exited. The firm takes majority or significant minority stakes and actively supports portfolio companies with operational improvements, governance strengthening, and expansion capital. Ironbridge Capital is regulated by the Capital Markets Authority as a collective investment scheme.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for managing the company's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Daily tasks involve monitoring network performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues, managing VPN connections for remote workers, and implementing network security policies. The role also includes managing the server infrastructure, both on-premises and cloud-based, performing backups, applying patches and updates, and ensuring high availability of critical systems. You will document network configurations, maintain asset inventories, and prepare reports on system uptime and incident response. The position requires experience with enterprise networking equipment, server operating systems, and virtualisation platforms. You will participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency support.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Requirements:
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Ironbridge Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
