STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA) - EXECUTIVE IT INFRASTRUCTURE (HOSTING AND NETWORK SERVICES)

Oversee the provision of service packages that provide customers with the capability to effectively monitor, evaluate and continually improve services received from service providers using international best practice frameworks and quality standards.
Continually strive for improved efficiencies to ensure that SITA’s service offering to customers is cost effective; Financial and business management; and Human Capital Management.
 
Qualifications and Experience
 
Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science / Engineering / equivalent and a relevant honours degree; MBA will serve as an added advantage.
 
Experience:
12+ years of professional experience in a technical role in IT Infrastructure (Hosting, Networks, Server Management etc.) in an ICT organization plus 3+ years working experience at an Executive Management level.
 
The experience should include:
5+ years in senior technical operations management in one or more of the following:
 Hosting with experience in cloud computing;
 Experience in developing and implementing IT infrastructure operating models;
 ICT Security;
 Application experience in managing an IT organization with highly visible product delivery development and maintenance;
 Experience in managing, monitoring and reviewing complex operational service delivery and a programme of ICT projects and developments;
 Experience in delivering and managing cloud based SAAS solutions at enterprise scale;
 Experience of leading in an agile environment with understanding of agile principles and proven track record in their application;
 Experience in managing, monitoring and reviewing complex operational service delivery and a programme of ICT projects and developments; and
 Ability to work with key vendor partners on shaping the product direction in support of both business and technology needs while ensuring a robust and cost-effective computing environment.
 
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: WAN and LAN infrastructure; Aspects of internet connectivity, network switching and routing and wireless infrastructure; ICT technologies, legislation, policies and procedures; Architecture, analysis, ICT security and project management; PFMA and government procurement procedures; and Digital industry.
 
Skills: Financial management; Contract negotiation procedures; Stakeholder management; Vendor management;
Interpersonal skills; Excellent management skills with the ability to create a positive, collaborative work climate;
Managing teams, coaching and mentoring individuals; Strong problem solving skills.
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How to apply
Kindly forward your CV to: Sophia.recruitment@sita.co.za stating the position applying for and the relevant reference number
 
Closing Date: 23 April 2020
 
Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and these positions will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan.
Preference will be given to members of designated groups.
 If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful;
 Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for;
 It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA);
 Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply;
 SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment;
 Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicants documents (Qualifications) and reference checking.
 Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only; and
 Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.