Deputy Director: Information Communication Technology: Infrastructure Development

About the role

The Department of Community Safety (Gauteng) is hiring a Deputy Director: Information Communication Technology: Infrastructure Development in Information Communication Technology, based in Head Office Johannesburg. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. How to apply: Applicants must apply online at: www.gautengonline.gov.za / http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Reference number to quote: REFS/057064 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Development, implementation, and monitoring of the ICT Infrastructure Plan.
• Provision and maintenance of telecommunications systems and network infrastructure.
• Oversees management and protection of the data ensuring adherence to standards and operating procedures to data access and preservation of data and storage.
• Manage the maintenance and support of all computer end-user devices and computerized systems, information processing equipment, and software.
• Sets the direction and oversee ICT infrastructure projects and implement ICT projects methodologies.
• Assists in the acquisition of ICT equipment and software through developing specifications and giving advice on the new technologies procured.
• Responsible for coaching, disciplining, and mentoring staff to improve performance.
• Monitor the performance of staff and ensure assessment of their performance.
• Provide input in drafting of budget in the section.
• Control and monitor the subsection budget and expenditure.
• Coordinate the compilation of various reports and statistics for the section.
• Manage leave and sub-ordinates.

Requirements

• Matric Certificate plus a 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6)/Degree (NQF level 7) ln ICT (Computer Science or Informatics).
• Any relevant ICT Infrastructure certificates is an added advantage.
• 3 years’ experience at entry level management (ASD) experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• All valid relevant driving licenses (A and EC).
• No criminal record or case pending against you.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Operating systems and server administration
• Working knowledge of Microsoft server environment and Windows operating systems
• (AD and MS Exchange Server)
• Microsoft Office packages
• Management of Software licenses
• DBMS Technology
• Virtualization Solutions
• SAN administration
• Cloud hosted services
• Networking environment - LAN/WAN, networking/Troubleshooting and experience in Cisco routers/switch configuration Telecommunication Systems - Knowledge of PABX and telecom systems (TMS, VolP).
• Knowledge of ICT Security technologies.
• ICT Regulations and standards (CoblT, ITIL, ISO etc. Business Analysis.
• Innovative development technologies.
• DBMS technologies.
• Project management skills.
• Information and data Security.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Disaster recovery technologies.
• Network and telecommunications.
• Security.
• Technical credibility and Cyber security management.