ICT System Administrator (unix/linux And Windows)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Directorate: ICT Service Delivery and Operations within the Department Of Agriculture (Doa). The position offers a salary of R487 197 per annum (Level 09) and is based in Gauteng (Pretoria). **What you will do** * Maintain Hardware and Software Infrastructure, including: * Provisioning of Unix/Linux and Windows server infrastructure and support. * Unix/Linux and Windows Server Maintenance. * Active Directory Administration. * Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration. * Troubleshooting and monitoring both Unix/Linux and Windows server environments. * Ensuring ICT governance and risk management. * Research Future Trends and Technologies, including: * Testing new Hardware and Software in the market. * Researching new trends in the market and making recommendations (e.g., Zero Trust Security, AI and Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Internet of Things). * Contribute to Projects, including: * Rollout of special projects. * Investigating and planning software and hardware projects. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Education**: * Grade 12 Certificate. * National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science (NQF Level 6). * **Experience**: * Minimum three (3) years relevant experience in IT. * At least one (1) year of the above experience must be in a Unix/Linux server environment. * **Job-Related Knowledge**: * Unix/Linux and Windows Server administration and management. * Active Directory and Group Policy. * Exchange administration. * Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration. * Hyper-V virtualisation. * Hardware and software troubleshooting. * Server monitoring and performance management. * DHCP, DNS and TCP/IP. * File and print. * **Job-Related Skills**: * Experience on server operating systems, including installation, configuration and maintenance. * Cloud services and hybrid infrastructure management. * Automation and scripting. * Good collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team. * Attention to detail. * Drive and critical thinking. * Technical Competence. * **Other**: * A valid driver’s license. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an IT professional with a National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science (NQF Level 6) and at least three years of IT experience, including one year in a Unix/Linux server environment. They should possess strong knowledge and skills in server administration (Unix/Linux, Windows, Active Directory, Exchange, Microsoft 365), virtualisation, troubleshooting, and network protocols. Experience with cloud services, automation, and scripting is also required, along with strong collaborative skills, attention to detail, drive, and technical competence. A valid driver’s license is mandatory. The Department of Agriculture encourages applications from African Females and persons with disability to meet its EE Target. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-agriculture-doa-vacancies-7#spani-ref-3-3-1-87-2026 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Linux
• Microsoft Office

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