
Deputy Director: Information Communication Technology: Infrastructure Development
Salary or stipendR932 292 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration package
The Department of Community Safety is looking for a Deputy Director: Information Communication Technology: Infrastructure Development. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/250, page 182
- Reference number
- REFS/057064
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
- Centre
- Head Office Johannesburg
What you will need
- Matric Certificate plus a 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6)/Degree (NQF level 7) ln ICT (Computer Science or Informatics).
- All valid relevant driving licences (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 licences.
- DBMS 183 Technology.
- Virtualization Solutions.
- SAN administration.
- Cloud hosted services.
- 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.
Experience
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. Networking environment - LAN/WAN, networking/Troubleshooting and experience in Cisco routers/switch configuration Telecommunication Systems - Knowledge of PABX and telecom systems (TMS, VolP).
Skills and competencies
- Knowledge and Skills: Operating systems and server administration.
- Project management skills.
Key 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.
How to apply
- Enquiries: Ms. Avhatakali Nemukula/ Ms. Mmathethi Patjie
- Telephone: (011) 689 3845

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