Job Summary
Purpose of the Role:The purpose of the job is to manage and maintain the Information System Network Infrastructure, data centre and network security and also provide technical support, and user training on best practices to ensure governance in the ICT environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- To manage IT infrastructure (server rooms, server software, switches, cabling, routers, firewalls, UPS, generators, cameras, etc.) and IT systems, ensuring that infrastructure (through vendors) is well maintained for efficient business operations and that the System Administration Plan is adhered to
- To update end-user machines and all servers with latest software patches, including antivirus, as well as third party applications to ensure machine protection and that machines function optimally
- To manage the organisation's backup solution, ensuring backups are made on time and routinely verify the integrity of such backups by restoring backups on a weekly and monthly basis
- To implement and maintain the organisation's firewalls in order to prevent access violation
- To maintain and communicate the IT Access Control Plan and secure data at rest and in transit by effectively applying required security measures and constant monitoring to ensure the protection of data against internal and external security breaches
- To maintain and control the physical user access system to ensure optimal physical security at all times on an ongoing basis
- To design and maintain IT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan to reduce the adverse impact of possible downtime on the business and to ensure that mission-critical applications are functional in case of disaster
Knowledge and Experience:
- A minimum of 10 years’ experience in network management, of which 4 years must be in LAN/WAN, ICT Governance, Security Networks (routers/switches/firewalls), ICT Helpdesk support
- Knowledge of all related legislations impacting and influencing the functioning of the organisation
- Knowledge of Generators, UPS, and Data Centre Maintenance
- Knowledge of Domain Controller, Servers (Linux and Windows)
- Knowledge of Cloud Infrastructure
- Knowledge of routers and switches/firewalls
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN security features
- Proficiency in TCP/IP/Routers/Switches/Firewalls
- Conducting ICT (Data) Backup and Restore
- Server operating systems and security
- Project Management
- People management and conflict resolution
- Communication, interpersonal, presentation and report writing Hardware and software management
Educational Qualifications:
- Postgraduate Diploma/Honours Degree in Information Technology or relevant degree at NQF Level 8
- Certification in CISM (Certified Information System Manager)
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) will be an added advantage
About
Augment and Recruit is a boutique Recruitment and Staffing Company established in 2018. Our values are woven into the way we work with clients and candidates alike with Integrity, Trust, Respect and Enthusiasm at the core. The increased difficulty in Sourcing for Scarce Skills or Unique Roles has HR Departments of small to large scale organisations facing major bottlenecks when hiring for senior roles or for roles that are unique, particularly in techno-commercial fields. These roles are mission critical in nature and demand niche skill sets which are not easy to source. Augment and Recruit is very well skilled at this. In partnership with your organisation, we offer a comprehensive hiring process through a scalable recruiting solution that results in: – - Reduced costs with the recruiting process - Higher quality talent - Reduced time to fill - Improved diversity in the candidate pool - Enhanced business performance - Substantial bottom line savings Our Services include: - Permanent Staffing - Executive Search - Turnkey Recruitment Assignments - Augmentation
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