Assistant Director: Information Technology at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric/Grade12 Certificate plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science or a relevant qualification.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant work experience in the Information Technology environment of which 3 years should be on a supervisory level. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be computer literate. 

DUTIES :

• Conduct research regarding provincial and national policy framework and legislation. Conduct workshops and awareness of all new ICT policies. Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management. Administer and monitor IT security and electronic access. Establish systems to safeguard hardware and data.
• Research and develop specifications for Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies. Procure LAN and WAN technologies. Distribute LAN and WAN access to staff and students according to the college policy and needs. Set-up, manage and maintain LAN, WAN, email, and internet connections in the college. Troubleshooting, resolving, and documenting all ICT related issues.
• Research and develop plans for software and hardware products required by the college. Advice on procurement of college software and hardware. Maintain and monitor software and hardware systems, report on redundant hardware and software and advise on updating. Manage all licensing of software that the college is using and ensure that they are valid and appropriate.