• Reference Number : refs/022616
• Directorate : Directorate: IT and Service Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 468 459 per annum
• Enquiries : ENQUIRIES: Ms Eva Motshwaedi Tel. No: (011) 843 6724

Requirements :

• A recognised three-year National Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Information Technology/Information Systems/ Computer Science plus a minimum of 3 years relevant working experience as a Technician in Information Technology/ Information Security environment at a supervisory level at a post equivalent to salary level 7/8. ITIL Foundations Certificate/Security+ will be an added advantage. Knowledge of Android and iPads mobile devices, IT Security and Security Governance, Microsoft Office 365, Windows 7,8, 8.1 & 10 and LAN/WAN support and Working knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, policy and regulatory environment of information Technology and security. Good written and verbal communication skills, Computer literacy, Telephone Etiquette, Good Interpersonal relations, Problem Solving, Management and Consultation skills. Valid driver’s licence is essential

Duties :

• Provide Information Technology Technical Support service to Head Office and Satellite Offices. Identify trends and problems relating to information security and disaster recovery issues. Compile information security risk metrics and report monthly. Coordination the provision anti-virus protection to ensure data integrity and eliminate/minimize the possibility of attacks on the departmental system. Update and maintain information security risk register and software access in GDE. Facilitate IT support projects at Head Office and Satellite Offices I.e. Software, Security, project tenders etc. Supervise and provide support services and monitor LAN connectivity of sites. Provide Technical support on Information Technology governance and adhoc projects. Implement network security and Patch Compliance. Report on changes, planning and performance issues. Conduct Risk assessments and awareness sessions to GDE computer users. Report on IT project issues and developments. Assist with planning and coordinating the DR testing for GDE. Coordinate and promote information security. Install of anti-virus security software for all GDE end- users. Upgrade of anti-virus security software for all GDE end- users regularly. Install the Operating Systems Versions and Patches. Monitor the effectiveness of Anti-Virus & Patches updates. Audit of hardware specifications, software, applications and report on non-standard conforming assets. Supervision of staff. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees. Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.

Notes :

• It is our intention to promote representatively (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this posts. Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any public service department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za /documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled on the first page by the applicant. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. A fully completed, initialled, and signed new form Z83 (Section A, B, C and D compulsory and (Section E, F and G ignore if CV attached). A Z83 form and a detailed CV MUST be attached on hand delivered, posted and online applications. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (positive Identity, qualification, fraud listing, employment reference, and criminal record verification as well as the required level of security clearance process). Where applicable, candidate will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge or computer assessment test. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend the generic MMS competency assessment. The logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the underrepresented groups as per the GDE Employment Equity Targets. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. No faxed, emailed and late applications will be considered. Applications must be delivered or posted to: Physical address: Physical Address 26th Loveday Street, Kuyasa House, Johannesburg, Postal address: P.O. Box 7710, Johannesburg 2001, or apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/

Employer : Department of Education

Location : Head Office

Closing Date : 06-06-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.