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STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA)
 


​VACANCY - 2491 
RE ADVERTISEMENT 
REFERENCE NR : VAC00868/24 (RE 04) 
JOB TITLE : Consultant: EUC Switch and WI-FI LAN Engineer 
JOB LEVEL : D2 
SALARY : R 651 627 - R 977 440 
REPORT TO : Lead Consultant 
DIVISION : Service Management 
DEPT : SM: End User Computing 
LOCATION : SITA Erasmuskloof 
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External) 
 
Purpose of the job 
To manage, coordinate the provision of Switch and WI-FI management and support services, to manage the performance of switch and WI-FI infrastructure and other related infrastructure, and to ensure management and coordination of all related incidents logged are resolved timeously. 
 
Key Responsibility Areas 
Manage the Design of new IT solutions. 
Coordinate and manage Business Improvement initiatives and solutions 
Develop and provide inputs to proposals for new solutions, hardware and software 
Manage and Develop IT security related risks 
Manage Quality Assurance 
Human Resource Management. 
Financial Management. 
 
Qualifications and Experience 
Minimum: 3-year Diploma/Degree in Computer Science, IT or related fields. Relevant ICT related certifications (ITIL, Product related, Quality, CCNP, HCNP etc) will be an added advantage. 
Experience: 6-7 years practical experience in switch and wi-fi and should include 3 Years’ experience as a Manager/ Specialist/Supervisor with management/supervision of business support/operations in a Corporate/Public Sector Organization. Management of performance of switches, wi-fi and other related infrastructure Management and resolution of incidents logged Experience in the provision of ICT solutions and services. 
 
Technical Competencies Description 
IT and Government Industry IT Products and Services. An in-depth knowledge of IT Services Operational Management System performance IT Service Management/Support service offerings Performance Management Contracts and Service Level agreements OPEX Management Stakeholder management. LAN Networking principles VPN technologies and concepts. Disaster Recovery Switch and wi-fi technologies and concepts Operating System upgrades Service Level Management Plan and design architecture of Switch and Wi-Fi Infrastructure Proficiency in managing, commissioning and maintenance of Core Switch and WIFI infrastructure and Services (Patch management, STP, VLANS, Ether channel, Route-maps and policy maps, redistribution. 
Technical Competencies: IT Service Management; and Network/Infrastructure Management. 
Interpersonal/behavioural Competencies: Attention to Detail; Analytical thinking; Continuous Learning; Disciplined; Resilience; and Stress Management. 
Other Special Requirements N/A.




​How to apply 
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process; 
1. Register using your ID and personal information; 
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration; 
3. Log in using your username and password; 
4. Click on “Employment & Labour; 
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs; 
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps: 
1. Click on “Employment & Labour; 
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” 
3. Login using your username and password 
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs 
 
For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882 
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered. 
 
Closing Date: 01 September 2025 
 
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.