Assistant Director: Network Administrator (Ref #: OHSC 12/2026) at Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC)

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12. A three-year Bachelor’s degree/ National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology. At least 3 years’ experience in Local Area Network (LAN), Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), Wide Area Network (WAN) and Firewall administration (Palo Alto). Certification in Network certification in Cisco, Cybersecurity and Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), would be an advantage. Sound knowledge and administration of Cisco wired and wireless networks.
• Sound knowledge of multi-factor authentication (MFA) implementation and management. Experience must also include network management and monitoring tools, WAN, PABX, VOIP and Firewall administration, and bandwidth management and telephony management Knowledge of troubleshooting for WAN and LAN connectivity, routers, firewalls, unified communications, and network security. Problem-solving and conflict handling skills. A valid driver’s license.

Duties:

• Design, deploy, support and maintain LAN, WLAN, WAN, Network Access Control (NAC), Firewall, and telephony systems. Implement and manage network security. Administer and manage shared resources across the network. Manage the domain controller. Manage the Network and Radius Server. Implement maintain and support Multifactor Authentication (MFA), Global Protect VPN and all OHSC applications. Perform internal and external vulnerability assessments using Nessus tool. Assess, troubleshoot, and write technical reports on security incidents.
• Integrate security measures into Microsoft Office 365 and Azure Active Directory configurations. Assist in administration of Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Azure AD. Draft ICT policies, standard operating procedures and manuals for various applications. Develop technical specifications requirements for LAN, WAN, Firewall and Telephony. Train users on ICT security awareness. Manage and maintain ICT infrastructure security. Manage, maintain and test backups of systems and WAN redundancy. Monitor and maintain network performance and report on uptimes of systems on monthly basis. Provide technical support and assistance to users on all technologies and applications.

Closing Date: 29 June 2026