senior information technology technician, Ref No. DSD/2026/19

Apply for senior information technology technician at department of department of social development. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of social development

Directorate: information technology

Province: limpopo

Reference: DSD/2026/19

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R397,116

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 8

Centre: Head Office

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Minimum Qualification

NQF level 6 in Computer Science or Information Technology

Experience Required

3 years in IT Infrastructure and Network Administration

Required Competencies & Skills

Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, and VPNs
Proficiency in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy management
Expertise in virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and Cloud Computing
Knowledge of network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds or Nagios
Understanding of ITIL framework and service management best practices
Hardware provisioning and resource allocation
Data backup and recovery procedure implementation

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years' relevant IT technical experience
Experience in network infrastructure and server administration

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Oversee the daily management and maintenance of the departmental network infrastructure
Monitor and optimize network performance using diagnostic tools to ensure operational efficiency
Administer and maintain server environments including Windows Server and Linux systems
Manage cloud infrastructure services across platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Execute virtualization management and optimization using VMware or Hyper-V
Implement and enforce IT security policies, including endpoint protection and vulnerability management
Provide advanced technical support and training to departmental users
Develop and maintain technical documentation, security compliance reports, and disaster recovery procedures

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R397116.per annum, (Level 08)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr QLM Mogotlane / Ms MR Semake/Mr LI Mosehlana at 015 230 4422 / 4315 / 4375 / 4434. 122

Reference No:

DSD/2026/19

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DSD/2026/19
Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What virtualization and cloud platforms does the department use?

The department requires knowledge in VMware and Hyper-V for virtualization, and proficiency in the 'Big Three' cloud providers (AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud) for infrastructure administration.

What level of networking expertise is expected for this role?

As a Senior Technician, you are expected to handle complex network design and troubleshooting, specifically involving routing protocols like BGP and OSPF, and managing VLAN/VPN configurations.

Does this role require travel between departmental sites?

Yes, a valid driver's license is required as the technician may need to perform on-site hardware provisioning, server maintenance, or network troubleshooting at various departmental offices.

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