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PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
A Citizen Centric Public Service
Advert Details
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Area of Study:
Computing and Information Sciences
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Number of Vacancies:
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Experience required?
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Years of Experience Required:
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For Serving Officers Only?
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Requirements for Appointment:
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For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related field or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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The following additional requirements are specific to the skills needed: (a) NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER A candidate must have relevant certifications such as Fortinet, Huawei, NSE 1-4, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities in this area will include: (i) assisting in configuring and maintaining network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and access points; (ii) supporting while ensuring that network configurations are accurate and aligned with best practices; (iii) collaborating with the network team to monitor network performance, availability, and security; (iv) helping in identifying and addressing network-related issues to minimize downtime and disruptions; (v) responding to and assisting in resolving network incidents and problems; (vi) supporting with troubleshooting connectivity issues, performance bottlenecks, and other network-related challenges; (vii) supporting in creating and updating technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures; (viii) collaborating with the security team to implement network security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls, to protect the Commission’s assets and data; (ix) assisting in planning and implementing network upgrades and improvements; (x) collaborating with Deputy Director Infrastructure to deploy patches, updates, and new technologies; (xi) working closely with other IT teams, including systems administrators, application developers, and support teams, to provide integrated solutions and support the overall IT environment; (xii) coordinating with vendors for hardware and software procurement, support, and troubleshooting; (xiii) engaging in continuous learning to expand technical skills and knowledge in networking; (xiv) participating in network-related projects, such as network expansions, migrations, and implementations; and (xv) performing any other related task as required. (b) SUPPORT AND HELP DESK ANALYST A candidate must have:- (i) strong Microsoft 365 administration skills (Teams, One Note, SharePoint, One Drive); (ii) experience with Google Workspace, Zoom, and SSO/Identity platforms (Auth0, Cognito, Azure AD); (iii) basic SQL knowledge (Metabase/Snowflake) is a plus; (iv) CompTIA A+ certification; and (v) Canvas LMS or similar learning management system experience will be an added advantage Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities in this area will include: (i) diagnosing and resolve complex issues specific to the Commission workflows, such as recruitment, email synchronization problems, integration errors, and recording database issues; (ii) managing the ICT help desk, issue tickets and escalate complex cases to MIS Management with comprehensive details; (iii) preparing monthly reports on tickets issued; and (iv) overseeing the configuration of end user devices and printers. (c) SOFTWARE FRONT END ENGINEER A candidate must have:- (i) strong knowledge of JavaScript, Type Script, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles; (ii) experience in integrating Restful APIs; (iii) understanding of UI/UX best practices and design patterns; (iv) experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Bamboo); and (v) proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git). Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities in this area will include: (i) designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, reusable, and high-quality front end applications; (ii) ensuring applications reliability, security, and performance across different platforms and devices; (iii) collaborating with designers and backend developers to implement responsive and user-friendly interfaces; (iv) participating in code reviews and contribute to frontend development best practices; (v) creating and maintaining technical documentation such as component guides, architecture diagrams, and test plans; (vi) maintaining latest frontend technologies and suggesting any improvements when applicable; and (vii) communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders (d) SOFTWARE BACKEND ENGINEER A candidate must have:- (i) familiarity with Azure DevOps for task management and release processes; (ii) knowledge of ActiveX Data Objects (ADO) and their integration within Visual Studio; (iii) proficiency in use of GitHub for version control and code collaboration; (iv) an understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation practices; (v) exposure to Azure, AWS Cloud Services in a development or deployment context; and (vi) experience working with NET. (C#), particularly in the development of desktop applications. Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities in this area will include: (i) providing on-going maintenance and technical support for the Commission’s systems while ensuring operational continuity; (ii) implementing regulatory updates and align the system with evolving Commission’s guidelines; (iii) performing security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and deliver remediation aligned with best practices; (iv) collaborating with cross-functional team members, participating in code reviews, task planning, and knowledge-sharing; (v) utilizing CI/CD pipelines, source control, and DevOps practices to streamline development and deployment workflows; (vi) engaging with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions within the existing architecture; and (vii) contributing to planning discussions for a potential future migration toward a modern web-based solution.
Advert Date:
20/05/2026
Close Date:
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20/05/2026