The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Lab Technician Vacancies (X2 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 18th April 2024
JOB TITLE: LAB TECHNICIANS X2
- Reference Nr: VAC00095/25 & VAC00096/25
- Job level: C2
- Salary: R 286 639 – R 429 959
- Report to: Specialist ICT Certification
- Division: Corporate and Digital Strategy
- Dept: Norms Standards and Quality
- Location: Client Site Centurion with fortnightly meeting at SITA Erasmuskloof.
- Position status: Contract (Internal & External)
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Assist in Technical evaluation processes, maintain Technology Lab infrastructure, support demonstrations, proofs of concept and pilot projects, helping to make SITA a trusted technology advisor and thought leader for Government.
With Special skills in Linux (All Distros) Virtualiazation, Clustering and Open Source Security Products.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
- Perform system testing and installations to evaluate whether ICT products meet the minimum requirements as specified by the client (Internal customer).
- Assist with the support of the lab infrastructure to enable the unit to deliver on its functions. (Internal business process).
- Assist with Lab administration during the absence of the lab coordinator thus ensuring continued service delivery to the clients (Internal business process).
- Report any technical laboratory issues to the technical specialist thereby reducing the time required to resolve those issues resolved (Internal business processes).
- Support SITA research initiatives in developing proofs of concepts and pilots for research projects by ensuring they have access to the lab infrastructure. (Internal customer).
- Attend relevant conferences, exhibitions, road shows and regular training to increase a variety of knowledge and skills. (Learning and growth).
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Required Qualification: 1 – 2-year National Certificate in a relevant discipline / NQF level 5 or accredited specialised courses. A+, N+ certifications are required.
- Experience: 1-2 years’ experience in the ICT field, including maintenance /enhancements of integrated solutions across multiple hardware and software platforms, including experience in hardware technical support, experience in network administration and support, experience in equipment testing and lab experience.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES DESCRIPTION:
- Knowledge of: Computer hardware (A+); Computer Networks (N+); Information Communication Technologies; Testing methodologies and procedures; Software and operating systems (including open source).
- Technical competencies: Business Writing; Research & Innovation; and Software Quality Management.
- Interpersonal/behavioural competencies: Active listening; Attention to Detail; Analytical thinking; Continuous Learning; and Disciplined.
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Linux skills in all popular distros including virtualization, clustering and OSS security products is a mandatory requirement.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
- Register using your ID and personal information;
- Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
- Log in using your username and password;
- Click on “Employment & Labour;
- 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:
- Click on “Employment & Labour;
- Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
- Login using your username and password
- Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support contact [email protected] OR call 080 1414 882
DOWNLOAD THE LAB TECHNICIAN VACANCIES AT SITA ADVERT HERE
CLOSING DATE: 18 APRIL 2024
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