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STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA)
 
REFERENCE NR : VAC01090 & 1091
JOB TITLE : Senior Specialist Server Administrator X2
JOB LEVEL : D1
SALARY : R 382,982- R 638,303
REPORT TO : Consultant: Server Management
DIVISION : Networks & Service Management
DEPT : LAN & Desktop Services
LOCATION : SITA Erasmuskloof, Pretoria
 
 
POSITION STATUS : Fixed Term Contract – 3 Years (Internal/External) Purpose of the job
To provide the maintenance of the core server infrastructure, resolve high/medium incidents logged, upgrade the server hardware/software monitor server availability in the client’s enterprise or LAN environment to ensure good service delivery. 
 
Key Responsibility Areas
Implementation of all services and solutions relating to the Core server infrastructure and Directory services.
Design procedures and standards for Directory integrated systems, Servers and related services and monitor implementation thereof.
Management/ ownership /resolution of high medium operational incidents.
Implementation of Server services Toolsets & Dashboards.
Monitor availability of the server.
Publish/distribute server software/hardware upgrade 
 
 
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3-year National Higher Diploma / National First Degree in Computer Science, and/or IT/ related fields (NQF level 6) plus verified / certified alternative specialised certification e.g. MCSE
 
Experience: 5 – 6 years practical experience in the provision and support of Directory services & core server infrastructure and associated services. Which should include: - Maintenance of the core server infrastructure, Resolution of incidents logged, Upgrade of the server hardware/software, Monitoring of server availability.
 
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge: Server Operational Management, System performance, Server Performance Management/Support service offerings, Stakeholder management, knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, and DHCP protocols; knowledge of Windows and Linux Servers, Server Operations, Server applications, etc.; knowledge of both physical and virtualized servers, especially Hyper-V; Linux, Novell.
 
Skills: Ability to lead concurrent projects, Documentation (Visio etc.) ITIL, Plan, design and build Directory integrated systems. Proficiency in managing, commissioning and maintenance of Core Server infrastructure and Services (Patch management, Antivirus, DNS, DHCP, Agents etc.)
Microsoft administration and related services, Virtualised server designs and support. Server monitoring, Server operating system rebuilds and restore, Domain controllers rebuild and restore. 
 
Other Special Requirements
Security Clearance
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How to apply
Kindly send your CV to Lerato.recruitment@sita.co.za
 
Closing Date: 21 May 2020
 
Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to short
listed candidates only. 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 a 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.
 CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.