Senior IT Officer

Walia Steel Industry
Full time Posted: May 19, 2026
Career Level
Mid Level(3-5 years)
Location
Alemgena, Oromia
Salary
Deadline
Jun 09, 2026
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About This Role

This is a hands-on infrastructure and operations role within a heavy industrial environment, not a typical office IT job. As a Senior IT Officer at Walia Steel Industry, you will be responsible for ensuring that the company’s core systems—from production-related networks to administrative servers—run continuously and securely. It suits an IT generalist who thrives on troubleshooting, system maintenance, and cross-departmental support, rather than a developer or project manager.

What the Requirements Say About This Role

The requirement for four years of experience, combined with advanced knowledge in networking, server management, cyber security, and databases, signals that Walia is seeking a well-rounded technical operator rather than a specialist. They want someone who can independently manage the entire IT stack—from physical hardware to security protocols—in a factory setting. The emphasis on “managing IT infrastructure” implies you will be the go-to person for critical uptime and incident response.

How to Approach This Application

Your CV and cover letter should highlight concrete examples of maintaining networks, managing servers, and handling security incidents in a manufacturing or similar operational environment. Emphasize your ability to work autonomously and react quickly to system failures, rather than listing certifications alone. The employer likely values reliability and practical problem-solving over academic theory, so describe real situations where you kept systems running under pressure.

Best Fit

Who This Role Suits

This role is best suited for a mid-career IT professional with 4–6 years of hands-on infrastructure experience, ideally in a manufacturing or logistics setting. It is moderately competitive, as it requires a specific blend of technical breadth and industrial context that not every candidate will have.

Our company is looking for qualified and motivated professionals to fill the positions of Mid-Level IT Officer and Senior IT Officer. Interested applicants who are passionate about technology and system management are invited to apply.

Position: Senior IT Officer

Employment Type: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and monitor IT systems and networks
  • Provide technical support for employees
  • Install, configure, and update hardware and software
  • Ensure data security and system efficiency
  • Prepare IT reports and documentation

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience
  • Advanced knowledge of networking, server management, cyber security, and database systems
  • Experience in managing IT infrastructure and supporting organizational systems
  • Leadership and problem-solving skills are highly required

How To Apply

Interested and Qualified Applicants Can Apply through the link below

https://forms.gle/KWKUiXc5neNuAfeGA

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