
Chief Network Controller
Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum (Level 08), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
The hiring department is looking for a Chief Network Controller. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng Department Of Health.
Source: DPSA Circular 40 of 2026Post 40/155, page 145
- Reference number
- CNC/PRES/2026
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng Department Of Health
- Job level
- 08
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Directorate
- Information Technology
What you will need
- A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/Advanced Certificate in Information Technology or an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6.
- 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.
Experience
A minimum of 3 to 4 years’ applicable ICT experience.
Skills and competencies
- Core competencies: Knowledge of LAN/WAN infrastructure, Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange
- Advanced troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
Key responsibilities
- 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
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr Tsepo Ramosebi
- Telephone: (012) 300 5548
Please note
- NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the

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