SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY (SANRAL)

SERVER ENGINEER

Gauteng

Permanent

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Server Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing SANRAL’s virtualized infrastructure, including vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, and Site Recovery Manager (SRM). This role involves troubleshooting, managing patches, disaster recovery, and server migrations to ensure high system availability, security, and compliance. By providing ongoing support, generating reports, and assisting with continuous improvement efforts, the Server Engineer contributes to the smooth operation of ICT systems and supports SANRAL's modernization initiatives, aligning with the organization’s strategic ICT goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·       (NQF Level 6) IT Diploma or equivalent.

·       ITIL Foundation

·       Five years of relevant experience.

·       VMware Certified Professional and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate and/or Linux Certification Preferably Red Hat.

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

·       VMware Administration: Expertise in vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, Site Recovery Manager (SRM).

·       Patch Management: Managing security and application patching using Microsoft Intune, ManageEngine, and SCCM.

·       Security & Compliance: Ensuring PCI-DSS, ISO 27001 compliance through automated security updates.

·       Server Builds & Migrations: Experience with server cloning, Sysprep, domain registrations, and OS upgrades.

·       Monitoring & Automation: Utilizing SCOM, SCCM, PowerShell, Ansible, and VMware vRealize for proactive monitoring and automation.

·       Linux Administration (Red Hat): Proficient in deploying, configuring, and managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, including user and group management, patching, system security, and troubleshooting issues in enterprise settings

·       vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, Site Recovery Manager (SRM).

·       Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies, processes, tools and best practices to deliver new or enhanced applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management Of Systems In Accordance With ITIL Methodologies

·       Respond to calls and requests logged on Helpdesk timeously and resolve them accordingly.

·       SLA Management for Service Availability.

·       Follow the change management, incident management and problem management according to the ITIL Framework.

·       Continuous Improvements.

Operational

·       Provide solution design and technical recommendations for VMware infrastructure.

·       Support and maintain VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for disaster recovery (DR) testing and configuration.

·       Implement and manage server migrations and cloning, including Sysprep, domain registrations, and patching.

·       Maintain N-1 compliance for server OS upgrades to support PCI-DSS certification.

·       Implement and maintain centralized license solutions (KMS) and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) authentication.

·       Manage server security patching (create deployment packages, build release notes, and deploy to Test, Dev, and Production environments for 1000+ servers).

·       Manage server application patching (e.g., Internet Explorer, IIS, .Net) across all servers.

·       Oversee desktop security patch management for 1000+ endpoints (desktops/laptops).

·       Develop and maintain patch schedules for continuous system security.

·       Ensure compliance with security frameworks (PCI-DSS, NIST, ISO 27001).

·       Build and deploy new servers, including domain registration and patching.

·       Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for SCCM, SCOM, Manage Engine, Intune and server OS standards.

·       Design, implement, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) server environments to support business and application requirements.

·       Perform regular system updates and patch management for RHEL servers to ensure security and compliance with standards such as PCI-DSS and ISO 27001.

·       Monitor system health and performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimise resource utilisation using tools such as SCOM, Ansible, and PowerShell.

·       Manage user accounts, access controls, and authentication policies to maintain system integrity and security.

·       Automate server deployments and configuration management using Ansible or other automation tools.

·       Support disaster recovery (DR) planning and testing, including backup and restore procedures for Linux environments.

·       Maintain documentation, SOPs, and LLDs specific to Linux server operations and standards.

·       Coordinate with application and infrastructure teams to ensure Linux systems are integrated with VMware, SCCM, and related platforms.

·       Implement security hardening measures and perform regular vulnerability assessments on Linux servers.

·       Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Linux-based issues, escalating to vendors as required.

·       Monitor system health and performance using SCOM (System Centre Operations Manager).

Reporting

·       Daily System Availability KPI Reports: Generate and provide statistical reports on VMware infrastructure, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments and systems monitoring performance.

·       Incident Management Reporting: Track and report on all logged, open, and closed tickets related to VMware and Windows Server environments.

·       Ad-Hoc Business Reports: Compile and deliver custom reports based on business and ICT requirements.

·       Automated Incident Reporting: Ensure daily automated reports of logged Incident Tickets using the Incident Management Tool (ITSM).

·       Security & Patch Management Reports: Document and track patch deployment status for server security and compliance.

·       Disaster Recovery & Backup Reports: Provide insights on SRM (Site Recovery Manager) testing, backup success rates, and DR readiness.

·       Linux System Health & Compliance Reports: Generate periodic reports detailing Red Hat server uptime/downtime, resource utilisation, and compliance with security and operational standards.

EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE CHECKS:

Employment reference checks are a requirement as part of SANRAL’s recruitment and selection process. In order for SANRAL to conduct these checks a consent form needs to be completed and signed by the applicant. As an applicant of this position, you authorize SANRAL to process all the information provided for the purpose of your application for the position as well as the verification and record keeping of such credentials.

Please note that this is a confidential document and is intended for internal use by SANRAL’s Human resources department only.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Appointments will be made in accordance with SANRAL’s Employment Equity plan.

SANRAL reserves the right not to fill any position

Closing date for applications:  23 October 2026

Link to apply for this position: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3036&company=southafr02

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER: INVESTIGATIONS AND PROACTIVE ASSURANCE

Gauteng

Permanent

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The successful incumbent will be responsible for supporting the Senior Manager: Internal Audit and the Chief Audit Executive in implementing the Internal Audit Strategy and the Annual Internal Audit Plan. This includes providing independent assurance, including proactive assurance, on the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls through the planning, execution and reporting of value-adding, risk-based internal audits in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards, thereby supporting SANRAL in achieving its strategic and operational objectives. Planning, conducting, managing and leading forensic investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption and other irregularities, ensuring that investigations are conducted objectively, professionally and in compliance with applicable legislation, policies and procedures. Managing, supervising and developing Senior Internal Auditors and Junior Internal Auditors on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the effective execution of the Annual Internal Audit Plan and the delivery of high-quality audit services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·       An Honours degree in Internal/External Auditing at an NQF Level 8. (includes related qualifications) or an NQF level 8 qualification in Forensic investigation/Forensic auditing, Fraud investigation or a related field.

·       Must hold an active Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation and be a member in good standing.

·       A minimum of eight (8) years' combined experience in internal/external auditing and forensic investigations/forensic investigation/Fraud investigation within the public sector (experience in entities governed PFMA), of which at least five (5) years must have been at a managerial or supervisory level overseeing audit and investigation teams.

ADVANTAGEOUS:

·       Hold an active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation or equivalent, including CA(SA), RGA and be a member in good standing. 

·       Internal/external audit experience in a similar environment to SANRAL (a state-owned entity).

·       Forensic Investigation experience in a similar environment to SANRAL (a state-owned entity). 

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·       Ability to assume an advisory role to management

·       Solid knowledge of mentoring and coaching

·       Solid knowledge of report writing

·       Solid experience in knowledge of PFMA and Treasury regulations.

·       Forensic and Criminal Investigations

·       Knowledge of Risk Management/Corporate Governance/Internal Control Systems

·       Knowledge of Data Analysis

·       Knowledge in Project Management

·       Knowledge of Research/Benchmarking

·       Interviewing skills

·       Compliance reporting

·       Review of High-value tenders and proactive assurance reviews

·       Investigations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct Supply Chain Management (SCM) Proactive Assurance Audits

·       Plan (SCM) Proactive Assurance Audits in accordance with Internal Audit Methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards.

·       Execute (SCM) Proactive Assurance Audits in accordance with Internal Audit Methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards.

·       Report on the (SCM) Proactive Assurance Audits in line with Internal audit Methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards.

·       Present the Proactive assurance Audit report to Management, Board and board subcommittee.

·       Track and monitor requests for proactive Supply Chain Management (SCM) reviews.

Conduct Forensic Investigations

·       Plan forensic investigations in accordance with internal audit forensic investigation policies, policies and best practices.

·       Execute forensic investigations in accordance with internal audit forensic investigation policies, policies and best practices.

·       Report on investigations conducted in accordance with internal audit forensic investigation policies, policies and best practices.

·       Track the implementation of recommendations arising from a forensic investigation.

·       Compile and submit quarterly progress reports on forensic investigations.

Strategic Functions

·       Participate in the development and updating a risk based Three-Year rolling Plan and annual audit Plan.

·       Participate in the development and updating of the Internal audit Methodology and Internal audit Charter.

·       Participate in the development and updating Internal audit Strategy.

·       Provide value added advisory services that offer proactive as opposed to detective assurance.

·       Develop and update the forensic Investigations policies and procedures.

·       Streamline audit processes to enable continuous monitoring of core processes to enable timely mitigation of risk events.

·       Partner more closely with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal combined assurance to the Board and Management and make certain that key risks are appropriately addressed.

Stakeholder Engagement

·       Effectively engage and communicate with auditee management, audit team, service providers, external auditors, other stakeholders and Internal Audit management

·       Ensure that internal audit activities are effectively coordinated with other assurance providers through the agreement of a time bound combined assurance model, including internal and external audit, risk management, forensics and compliance functions.

·       Provide post-investigation support to Management.

People Management 

·       Manage own and staff productivity to ensure optimal use of resources

·       Provide guidance to subordinates and service provider personnel on assigned tasks and/or activities.

·       Lead, manage, manage performance and supervise staff allocated for reviews and other assignments and take responsibility for all outputs of the team.

·       Manage own and staff productivity and deliverables in an effective manner and assume a supervisory role.

·       Provide direction and management to the direct reports to ensure they execute the divisional strategy and manage their portfolios effectively.

·       Be responsible for the implementation of the Human Capital Strategy for area of control.

·       Ensure that there are sufficient execution capabilities within the audit team.

·       Coach, train, guide and develop internal audit team.

·       Oversee and manage the performance of the audit team.

Financial Management 

·       Contribute to the preparation of the internal audit department budget

·       Monitor and manage the budget to prevent overspending and underspending.

EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE CHECKS

Employment reference checks are a requirement as part of SANRAL’s recruitment and selection process. In order for SANRAL to conduct these checks a consent form needs to be completed and signed by the applicant. As an applicant of this position, you authorize SANRAL to process all the information provided for the purpose of your application for the position as well as the verification and record keeping of such credentials.

Please note that this is a confidential document and is intended for internal use by SANRAL’s Human resources department only.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Appointments will be made in accordance with SANRAL’s Employment Equity plan.

SANRAL reserves the right not to fill any position.

Closing date for applications: 19 October 2026

Link to apply for this position: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3037&company=southafr02

Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates only.

Employment Permanent

Location SANRAL Central Operational Center, 36 Assegaai Wood Rd, The Reeds, Centurion, South Africa

Closing Date 19/10/2026