Chief Systems Engineer (692A) at The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and configure servers, storage systems, networks, and security systems, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and robust disaster recovery.
• Provide expert technical support and leadership to IT engineers and support staff.
• Facilitate the adoption of new technologies by researchers and staff, offering both in-person and remote assistance.
• Ensure the reliable and efficient operation of IT infrastructure aligning with the organization's business goals.
• Develop strategies for technology platforms, partnerships, and external relationships.
• Lead the selection and implementation of technology solutions to address current and future organizational needs.
• Assist with the development of annual operating and capital budgets for IT purchasing, and operations.
• Implement and maintain technology standards and practices, ensuring adherence across the organization.
• Monitor and analyze technology performance metrics.
• Manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with external service providers.
• Travel to various SAMRC sites across South Africa.

Core Requirements:

• 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology Services or Degree in Related Field or similar qualification or higher
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or Equivalent Microsoft Certifications
• VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP)
• Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) and the Veeam Certified Architect (VMCA).
• 10+ Years’ experience in supporting a enterprise Microsoft server environment running on a VMware platform
• A valid code 8/B driver’s license