City of Tshwane ·
A two-year fixed-term network engineer role at the City of Tshwane (Pretoria) focused on designing, administering and maintaining enterprise firewall and network infrastructure, monitoring security events and responding to incidents. Core tech: routers, switches, firewall policy configuration, Fortinet.
DEPARTMENT: SHARED SERVICES
Division: ICT Governance, Applications and Infrastructure Management
Section: N/A
Location: Pretoria Central
Reference number
SSDD064-2026
Position
ICT NETWORK ENGINEER (FIREWALL AND NETWORKING) (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 565,00 per annum
Job purpose
To design, implement, administer and maintain secure network infrastructure and firewall solutions in order to protect the organisation’s information assets
To ensure network services by implementing security controls, monitoring network traffic, responding to security incidents and maintaining compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements
Appointment
requirements
An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering or any ICT-related study field
The following relevant technical certifications will be an added advantage:
Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) or Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP)
At least three years’ experience of hands-on network administration, specifically managing routers and switches and configuring firewall policies
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
Design, implement, administer and maintain enterprise firewall and network security solutions to safeguard the City’s ICT infrastructure and information assets
Monitor, analyse and respond to network security events and incidents to ensure the availability, integrity and resilience of network services
Implement network security governance, risk management and business continuity measures to ensure compliance and to protect critical ICT services
Support the continuous improvement of network security services through collaboration, technical guidance, documentation and the implementation of emerging security technologies
SAP
S70103536
New/natural attrition
New
Enquiries
A Mosalla (012 358 4250) or F Seeta (012 358 2459)