Salary: R 1 317 384 per annum (Salary Level 13), all-inclusive package
Centre: Pretoria
Requirements: A Grade 12 plus Degree (equivalent to NQF 7 qualification as recognised by SAQA) in Information Technology /Computer Science/ Business Information. Added Advantage: CCNA, COMPTIA Server+ Certificate COBIT 5, ITIL, IT Service Management certification, Information Security certifications, KING 3 or 4, Project Management, CISSP, CISP, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, TOGAF. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior level (Deputy Director) in ICT environment. Valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of the basic configuration of the various systems like Transversal Systems (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL). Sound knowledge and application of the GITO Requirements and Frameworks. Knowledge of the State Information Technology Agency Act 88 of 1998. Knowledge of the government policy framework consultation paper developed by GITO. Sound knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS, The position paper on information security ISO 17799 (Information Security framework). Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. Understanding of corporate Governance Principles as well as Human Resources legislation and prescripts. Extending working hours are required. Travel will be required.
Duties: Manage the design and implementation plans for infrastructure architecture: Manage the enforcement of infrastructure architecture execution as well as ongoing refinement tasks regarding infrastructure architecture. Manage the evaluation of technology, market trends and industry development on business within the GPW. Manage the identifying of the prospective impact on business within the GPW and the identification of a need to change technical architecture to incorporate infrastructure needs. Manage the safeguarding of information assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems: Manage the protection of the IT system by defining access privileges, controlling structures and resources. Manage the implementing of security improvements by assessing the current situation, evaluating trends and anticipating the necessary requirements. Manage the determining of security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic IT audits. Manage the upgrading of the system. Manage the building of firewalls into network infrastructures, data centres and constantly monitoring for attacks and intrusions. Manage the process of designing and defining the IT strategy and ICT service(s) continuity: Manage the implementation of corporate governance of ICT. Manage the safeguarding of information assets and information systems by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems. Manage the process to build ICT governance controls. Manage ICT risk and compliance. Manage and align the ICT strategy to the business strategy. Manage the designing and planning the Directorate’s objectives and operations to the business continuity plan. Oversee the IT service Support and Operations: Administer the implementation of the ICT incident management and requests fulfilment. Coordinate the compilation of performance report. Facilitate the acquisition of end-user devices. Manage the standardization of new computers user accounts. Manage the Directorate: Develop the operational plan for the Directorate and ensure its implementation. Allocate and manage resources at functional levels to ensure delivery on set targets for the Directorate. Formulate, identify Policy shortfalls and necessary amendments. Conduct financial planning and account for allocated budget. Ensure adherence to policy and statutory directives relevant to the functional terrain of the Directorate. Monitor, evaluate and report on the performance of the directorate.
Link:GPW 26/06
Enquiries: Mr Z Gwiba – 012 748 6090
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be hand-delivered at:
389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for. Attach only a copy of CV and the completed Z83. Email size must be limited to 2MB. Failure to follow instructions will result in your application being disqualified. For General enquiries, contact Human Resources on
Tel No: 012 748 6297 /012 748 6277.
CLOSING DATE: 09 November 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)
NOTE:All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined, in PDF and as one attachment. NB: Picture/Snapshot, Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. Indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initiated and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Onlyshortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of a SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG). Prior to appointment, a candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre-Entry Certificate and have completed the course. The cost for Nyukela is at the applicants own expense. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/SMS pre-entry programme. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process es, behavioral preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act(POPIA) Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this process and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)