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POST 07/155 : SENIOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN,

๐Ÿข PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO ๐Ÿ“ Head Office โณ Closes: 13 Mar 2026 โ›” Closed ๐Ÿงพ Post: 07/155 # Ref: DSD/2026/19 (1 POST)
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This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Mar 2026.

Key details

Salary
R397 116. โ€ข per annum
Centre
Head Office
Reference
DSD/2026/19 (1 POST)
Closing date
13 Mar 2026

Job Highlight

Overview
Join our team to manage and maintain network infrastructure, optimize performance, administer cloud services, and provide user support and security compliance.

Requirements

Skills

Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, VPNs, firewalls.

Understanding of Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy.

Knowledge in virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).

Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Comprehensive understanding of IT security principles, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Knowledge of network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios).

Understanding of ITIL framework and best practices.

Knowledge of hardware provisioning and resource allocation for physical and virtual environments.

Communication and interpersonal skills.

Network design and implementation.

Server installation, configuration, and maintenance.

Virtualization management and optimization.

Cloud infrastructure administration.

Security policy implementation and enforcement.

Network troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Data backup and recovery procedures.

Technical support and user training.


Duties

Key Performance Areas: Facilitate the management and maintenance of network infrastructure.

Monitor and optimise network performance to support operational efficiency.

Administer cloud services and server environment.

Provide user support and training.

Provide security compliance, documentation and reporting.


How to apply

Applicants using electronic format must quote the relevant reference number on the application and apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za and applicants submitting applications in a printed hard copy (manual or hand delivery) must quote the relevant reference number on the application and forward to the below addresses.
For Head office: Polokwane
Towoomba Research Centre; Mara Research Centre and Tompi Seleka College and Madzivhandila College: The Head of Department
Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Private Bag X9487
Polokwane 0700 or hand delivered to: Office 48
Temo Towers Floor 2
67/69 Biccard Street
Polokwane
0699.
Mopani District: The Director Mopani District Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Private Bag X577
Giyani 0826 or hand delivered to: Old Parliamentary Building
Giyani 0826.
Waterberg District: The Director Waterberg District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development
Private Bag X1048
Modimolle 0510 or hand delivered to: NTK Building
Modimolle 0510.
Capricorn District: The Director: Capricorn District
Private Bag X28
Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 28 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.
Sekhukhune District: The Director: Sekhukhune District
Private Bag X01
Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 27 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.
Vhembe District: The Director: Vhembe District
Private Bag X2247
Sibasa 0970 or Physical address: Handed in at Makwarela Government offices.

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