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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Job Opening for Network and Systems Management Engineer

Dear all, 
Interested to provide network and systems management services to a customer in Loyang area? Read on!


Job Scope:
(a) Ensure systems and products are properly configured and maintained by performing service; infrastructure operations activities according to customer requirements.

(b) Provide proactive fault monitoring and first level incident management for the entire set of products supported in the Command Centre. The products are, but not limited to: Bag Manager, Bag Message, FastCheck, Web Checkin, CUTE/CUSS, Network, Voice, server environments (Intel, UX), Oracle and SQL database.



Requirements:
(a) Willing to work 12-hour shifts (including weekends and PH)

(b) Diploma in Computer Science, Data Communications, Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), with: 

- Strong knowledge in EMC-SMARTS, CA CEM at operator level is advantageous
- Certification in Cisco, Avaya, AIX, Solaris would be an asset
- Experience with cluster environment (especially AIX HACMP) would be an asset
- Experience with MQSeries (or other message queuing system) would be an asset
- Experience with SQL / Oracle database environments would be an asset
- 1 to 3 years experience of troubleshooting network protocols; IP on Switched Ethernet and Token Ring, as well as WAN protocols; X.25, frame relay, MPLS, WAN, and LAN.
- Experience with Cisco routers and switches (latest models) is a must, Other experience with product like Juniper WOC, Voice service technologies such as Nortel and Avaya, IPSec and firewalls would be an asset
- Knowledge and/or experience with multi-tasking operating systems (OS2/Solaris/Aix/Linux/Windows) would be an asset
- Knowledge of Airport/Airline Operations would be beneficial
- Experience in customer services / helpdesk environment
- Network management experience with application like HP Openview, SNMP agents, InfoVista, EMC SMARTS, Netcool, etc. is a must.

(c) Knowledge and Skills:
- Customer Focused
- Good team player
- Adaptable
- Strong Communication skills
- Innovative
- Integrity
- Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment.
- Analytically minded with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Good interpersonal relationship skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.




The company is willing to take in fresh poly grads and training will be provided.  Shift allowances and growth bonuses are also provided. 


Interested students/alumni, please send an email to outsidethelt@gmail.com.

Resume Writing Workshop for graduating students on 14 April 2011

We will be conducting a resume writing workshop to explain the basics of writing an effective resume.

You will learn how to present your experience, strengths, accomplishments and achievements in a way that most effectively demonstrates your qualifications for the job. There will be an opportunity for the participants to ask questions about your own resumes and we will assist to review and feedback on your resume.

Date: 14 April 2011
Time: 9 -1pm
Venue: School of Engineering


Please check and RSVP by 7 April 2011 via your NYP email account.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Laptops Information

OLT received a few queries on laptop purchase for incoming students. We have put together the following information that might be useful to you.

Student Notebook Roadshow


Some vendors may offered online ordering, do check out the brochures.

With the IT Show ongoing now, some of you may think of getting good deals from there. Our advice - If it is really good and you have done your comparision of price versus specifcations, why not ? :) . However, please do read the following page as well. http://www.nyp.edu.sg/SBM/notebookscheme/laptopfaqnew.htm


Cheers

Monday, February 28, 2011

Free-lance Job available - Website development

Can you design a new website that works and looks something like this: http://www.koyotky.co.jp/ ?  If you are confident to do it, then email us at OutsidetheLT@gmail.com! :)

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Job Opening for Systems Engineer available here!

Position Summary

The Systems Engineer (SE) will be working closely with the ITSM Consultants in providing consultation, implementation and configuration services for IT Service Management Solutions for clients. Primary IT Service Management implementation will be on HP Service Manager platform.

Training will be provided to successful candidate in technologies employed for the above solutions. Ideally, the candidate should have the following pre-requisite:
  •         Self-motivated and excellent communication skills.
  •         Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skill to communicate effectively with cross functional teams.
  •         Able to work independently and resourceful in getting support to complete task on hand.
  •         Have excellent interpersonal, negotiation and analytical skills.
  •         Knowledge in ITIL foundation.
  •         Knowledge of using HP Service Manager.
  •         Keen interest and knowledge on Java or Javascript.

A a comprehensive career path awaits the successful candidate for both technical and Sales Track. The Engineer can progress either progress to Consultant tracks or Pre-Sales track at the later stage of their career. This role may require the candidate to travel (up to 30%) within the Asia Pacific Regions.

Interested parties, please contact outsidethelt@gmail.com

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Invitation to SIT Talks and Advisory Services for Polytechnic Students 2011

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is inviting graduating students of DMIT to attend their SIT Talks and Advisory Services. At the talks, you will have the opportunity to meet with some of their students and professors who will answer your queries and share their experiences with you. You will also have the opportunity to find out more about their various scholarships and financial aid schemes available.



Date: Sat, 29 January 2011
Time: 10.00am to 6.00pm


Venue: Ministry of Education
Edutorium, Level 4
1 North Buona Vista Drive
Singapore 138675

Note: Please bring along your NRIC for security purposes.

This is an opportunity not to be missed. Please RSVP via the following link: http://st.singaporetech.edu.sg/reg.aspx 

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Open House 2011

This is an exciting week as we prepare for Open House 2011, and it is finally here! 




From 6 to 8 Jan, students and parents can visit us to find out more about the Diploma in Multimedia and Infocomm Technology (DMIT)! Just drop by our exhibits at the Atrium, or visit Block S Level 4 (S.477) and Block S Level 1 for information and course advice about enrolling into DMIT course!


In the meantime, take a look at some shots that we went around taking on Friday :)

If you prefer watching a video of the gallery, you can check it out below:







Thursday, November 18, 2010

Conflict Management Workshop

The Student Counselling Service is organising a Conflict Management Workshop
on 24 November 2010 (Wed), 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Due to LIMITED places, you must register personally
at Student Affairs Office (Blk E, Lev.4) for priority in admission.

In this workshop, you will learn:
- Conflict Management Styles
- Triggers for conflict
-How to deal with conflict effectively

If there are any other enquires, feel free to contact our Student Counsellors. So don’t wait, sign up today!

Save Big! Get Adobe CS5 Student/Teacher Editions at S$119 only!

Get the Adobe CS5 Student/Teacher Edition at very competitive pricing while you are still current students of NYP. Go and get a copy for yourself . Details in the flyer below:

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

National Crime Prevention Council Festive Season RoadShow 2010

On 6th November, our students and staffs went down to support the National Crime Prevention Council Festive Season RoadShow 2010 @ Plaza Singapura. DMIT final year students had helped to create informational and games applications using interactive gestures for the event. Then Minister for Information, Communications & the Arts, Mr. Lui Tuck Yew kick start the event. After the launch ceremony, he went around to view the exhibits and stop by our booth where our student, Deon explained the various applications to him.

OLT catches up with the students, staffs and event organizers involved on their thoughts after the event.

In view of the National Crime Prevention Council event, I feel that the various application designed by us are well received. People of all ages including Minister Lui, enjoyed our interactive application. 
-Deon, Student

In this crime prevention event, we have received a lot of positive feedback from the public and even from Minister Lui Tuck Yew. He has praised NYP students for the work at the event. Other positive comments from the young people at the event were received too.
-Jun Ye, Student

In support of the NCPC's roadshow a few of us went down on Saturday (06/11). We were very pleased that our games and information booth designed by us had received good feedback from the public and was a great hit with both the young and old.
- Preet, Staff (MIT Alumni)

I'm glad to be part of the team involved in the NCPC roadshow. Seeing the happy faces on the users while they were trying out the application sure gives me a sense of satisfaction. Am definitely looking forward to more collaboration with NCPC!
-Aisyah, Staff (MIT Alumni)

We receive good feedback from the Minister and members of public. We are also happy that your students get the chance to speak to Minister Lui to promote the NYP initiative. Thanks for the help in coming out with the programming for the Ubiq window as well as coming down to the roadshow to support NCPC. We look forward to work with you in future projects.
-Aren, Event organizer

To view more pictures taken click here.