Jobs · Gauteng · The Presidency
Chief Network ControllerPretoria
Directorate: Information Technology
Closes Friday 20 November 2026
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Chief Network Controller in the Presidency's IT Directorate. Runs and supports the network, servers and backups, and gives 3rd-line support to Presidency staff. Suits experienced ICT professionals.
- Main duties: configure and support Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange, LAN/WAN networks, and Cisco equipment.
- Support the transversal systems (BAS, PERSAL, Logis), backups, restores and disaster recovery plans.
- Provide 3rd-line support to Presidency staff, including the principals, and support video conferences.
- Must have a Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma/Advanced Certificate in IT, or an equivalent NQF level 6 qualification.
- Must have 3 to 4 years of applicable ICT experience.
- Based in Pretoria. The post is Level 08 with a salary of R413 001 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package).
- Must be prepared to travel, work after hours and weekends and public holidays, and be on standby when required. Email applications must state only the reference number CNC/PRES/2026 in the subject line. The closing date is not stated in the advert text.
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Requirements
- A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/Advanced Certificate in Information Technology or an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6.
- A minimum of 3 to 4 years’ applicable ICT experience.
- Core competencies:
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN infrastructure, Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange; transversal systems, backups, and restoration.
- Advanced troubleshooting and fault-finding skills; communication, both oral and written.
- Client orientation and customer focus.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Service delivery innovation.
- Knowledge Management:
- Problem-solving and analysis.
- Project management.
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Policy formulation process with government.
- Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools, and techniques.
Duties
- Configuration of Windows Server operating system (Microsoft) and ensuring maximum performance data/information backups and restores.
- Maintenance and support of WAN/LAN infrastructure.
- Maintenance and support of Microsoft Exchange Servers.
- Maintenance and support of specialised hardware and software technologies (e.g.
- VMware, Dell VXRail storage).
- Maintenance and support of Cisco infrastructure (e.g.
- Routers, Core switches, Access Switches and Call Managers).
- Maintenance and support of the Transversal system (BAS, PERSAL, Logis).
- Draft and update network infrastructure standard operating procedures and network configuration documentation.
- Provide 3rd-line support to the Presidency staff, including the principals.
- Also, support the principals with video conference facilities during virtual meetings.
- Assist in the implementation and testing of network security measures and the Disaster Recovery plan.
- Implement computer and server network policies and other projects.
- Compile and maintain network configuration and disaster recovery documentation.
- Ensure updates of anti- virus software and security patches for servers.
- Keep up to date with server, and network technology.
- Ensure maximum uptime of network equipment through accurate and early response.
- Be prepared to travel and work after hours, including Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays when required.
- Must be prepared to be on standby
How to apply
The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria, 0001 or Hand deliver at G o v e r n m e n t Av e n u e , U n i o n B u i l d i n g s , P r e t o r i a o r b y e m a i l : applications@presidency.gov.za
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Enquiries
Mr Tsepo Ramosebi Tel No: (012) 300 5548
Notes from the department
- NB:
- Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number:
- CNC/PRES/2026 (with no spaces).
As printed in Circular 40 of 2026 · page 144 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 40/155: CHIEF NETWORK CONTROLLER REF NO: CNC/PRES/2026 Directorate: Information Technology SALARY: R413 001 per annum (Level 08), (all-inclusive remuneration package) CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/Advanced Certificate in Information Technology or an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3 to 4 years’ applicable ICT experience. Core competencies: Knowledge of LAN/WAN infrastructure, Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange; transversal systems, backups, and restoration. Advanced troubleshooting and fault-finding skills; communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Knowledge Management: Problem-solving and analysis. Project management. Public Service Regulatory Framework. Policy formulation process with government. Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools, and techniques. DUTIES: Configuration of Windows Server operating system (Microsoft) and ensuring maximum performance data/information backups and restores. Maintenance and support of WAN/LAN infrastructure. Maintenance and support of Microsoft Exchange Servers. Maintenance and support of specialised hardware and software technologies (e.g. VMware, Dell VXRail storage). Maintenance and support of Cisco infrastructure (e.g. Routers, Core switches, Access Switches and Call Managers). Maintenance and support of the Transversal system (BAS, PERSAL, Logis). Draft and update network infrastructure standard operating procedures and network configuration documentation. Provide 3rd-line support to the Presidency staff, including the principals. Also, support the principals with video conference facilities during virtual meetings. Assist in the implementation and testing of network security measures and the Disaster Recovery plan. Implement computer and server network policies and other projects. Compile and maintain network configuration and disaster recovery documentation. Ensure updates of anti- virus software and security patches for servers. Keep up to date with server, and network technology. Ensure maximum uptime of network equipment through accurate and early response. Be prepared to travel and work after hours, including Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays when required. Must be prepared to be on standby ENQUIRIES: Mr Tsepo Ramosebi Tel No: (012) 300 5548 NOTE: NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: CNC/PRES/2026 (with no spaces).