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Deputy Director: Network Engineer
Directorate: IT Infrastructure and Telephony
Closes Monday 9 November 2026 at 15:45
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Deputy Director post managing network infrastructure and telephony at National Head Office. Suits an experienced IT network engineer with at least 3 years of network infrastructure management experien
- Manage and build the network infrastructure, hardware and software, and keep it running.
- Write and monitor network policies, and manage change control and problem management.
- Research new network technologies, including VoIP and video access, and advise management.
- Manage project contracts, prepare tender specifications, and manage staff training in network technologies.
- Must-have: a recognised degree or national diploma in IT, Computer Science or a relevant field, plus 3 to 5 years of network infrastructure experience at ASD level, and a valid driver's licence.
- Based at National Head Office. The closing date is not stated in the advert. Enquiries: Ms NS Khumalo, (012) 307 2174, or Ms TP Ngobeni, (012) 305 8589.
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Requirements
- A recognised Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology/ Computer Science or relevant qualification.
- 3-5 years solid IT experience in Networks Infrastructure Management at an ASD level.
- Fortinet or Huawei certified network certifications will be an added advantage.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies And Attributes:
- Strong IT Network Infrastructure skills is compulsory.
- Knowledge of multiple technical disciples (networks/TCP/IP, network topologies/Huawei or Fortinet Infrastructures, workstation connectivity, applicable software and troubleshooting techniques and web technology).
- Good customer relations, strong communication, problem-solving and report writing skills.
- Functional ability.
- Quick thinking.
- Diagnostic action research.
- Conceptual thinking.
- Innovative and creative.
- Assertiveness.
- Networking.
Duties
- Manage network infrastructure within DCS.
- Design, implement and maintain hardware and software infrastructure.
- Configure IT equipment and network systems.
- Develop, review and monitor the implementation of network policies.
- Manage change control and problem management processes.
- Ensure proper documentation and version control.
- Research and investigate new network technologies and advise management on trends.
- Research VoIP and video access technologies and make recommendations.
- Keep abreast of tenders and projects impacting Information Services.
- Provide solutions or propose alternatives to Head office and the region’s needs.
- Facilitate problem resolution for users.
- Prepare tender specifications aligned with organizational needs.
- Manage project contracts and oversee delivery.
- Play a key role in risk management for IT infrastructure projects.
- Ensure projects adhere to organizational standards and timelines.
- Manage and coordinate staff training needs in network technologies.
- Arrange and coordinate training programs.
- Support staff in adopting new systems and processes.
- Management of human resources, finance and assets.
- Management of performance information.
How to apply
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
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Enquiries
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Notes from the department
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 20 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/25: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: NETWORK ENGINEER REF NO: HO 2026/11/32 Directorate: IT Infrastructure and Telephony SALARY: R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package) CENTRE: National Head Office REQUIREMENTS: A recognised Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology/ Computer Science or relevant qualification. 3-5 years solid IT experience in Networks Infrastructure Management at an ASD level. Fortinet or Huawei certified network certifications will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Strong IT Network Infrastructure skills is compulsory. Knowledge of multiple technical disciples (networks/TCP/IP, network topologies/Huawei or Fortinet Infrastructures, workstation connectivity, applicable software and troubleshooting techniques and web technology). Good customer relations, strong communication, problem-solving and report writing skills. Functional ability. Quick thinking. Diagnostic action research. Conceptual thinking. Innovative and creative. Assertiveness. Networking. DUTIES: Manage network infrastructure within DCS. Design, implement and maintain hardware and software infrastructure. Configure IT equipment and network systems. Develop, review and monitor the implementation of network policies. Manage change control and problem management processes. Ensure proper documentation and version control. Research and investigate new network technologies and advise management on trends. Research VoIP and video access technologies and make recommendations. Keep abreast of tenders and projects impacting Information Services. Provide solutions or propose alternatives to Head office and the region’s needs. Facilitate problem resolution for users. Prepare tender specifications aligned with organizational needs. Manage project contracts and oversee delivery. Play a key role in risk management for IT infrastructure projects. Ensure projects adhere to organizational standards and timelines. Manage and coordinate staff training needs in network technologies. Arrange and coordinate training programs. Support staff in adopting new systems and processes. Management of human resources, finance and assets. Management of performance information. ENQUIRIES: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589. NOTE: Appointment under the Public Service Act.