DEPARTMENT: SHARED SERVICES
Division: ICT Governance, Applications and Infrastructure Management
Section: N/A
Location: Pretoria Central
Reference number
SSDD061-2026
Position
ICT SYSTEMS ENGINEER (NETWORK AND INTERNET SECURITY) (TWO-YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)
To be advertised
Internal
External
This position seeks to attract
African female
African male
Coloured female
Coloured male
Indian female
Indian male
White female
White male
Person with disability
All categories
Job level
T12
Scale
R486 840,00 – R676 164,00 per annum
Estimated
remuneration package
R676 164,00 – R892 565,00per annum
Job purpose
To design, implement, manage and continuously improve the organisation’s cybersecurity infrastructure in order to protect information systems, networks, applications and data from cyber threats
Appointment
requirements
An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or any ICT-related study field
The following relevant technical certifications will be an added advantage: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate; Microsoft Certified Cloud Security
At least three years’ experience in enterprise cybersecurity, ICT security operations or systems engineering in a medium-to-large ICT environment
A valid Code B driving licence
Computer literacy
Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost
Personal attributes
and/or competencies
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy; ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks; excellent communication and documentation skills; strong customer service orientation; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment; ability to respond effectively during system outages and disaster recovery situations; commitment to maintaining data integrity, security and compliance
Primary functions
Implement, administer and maintain enterprise cybersecurity technologies and controls to protect the City’s ICT infrastructure, systems and information assets
Monitor, detect, investigate and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents to minimise risk and ensure the resilience of ICT services
Implement cybersecurity governance, risk management and compliance measures in order to ensure adherence to organisational policies, industry standards and regulatory requirements
Promote continuous improvement of cybersecurity capabilities through technical guidance, collaboration, cyber resilience initiatives and the implementation of emerging security technologies
SAP
S70103539
New/natural attrition
New
Enquiries
Abel Mosalla (012 358 4250) or F Seeta (012 358 2459)