Integration Engineer: Cloud ICT Operations Department at FSCA South Africa

Purpose of the Job:

• To perform all database administration functions on the Microsoft SQL database management platform, and ensure the design, maintenance and implementation of database management systems of the FSCA. The person appointed to this position will report to the Senior Manager: Applications Maintenance and Support.

Key Performance Areas (KPA’s):

• Provide leadership for the FSCA’s ICT database management and administration function.  Responsibilities include the management of direct reports, staff development and performance management;
• Ensure the development and maintenance of backups, storage, archiving, capacity planning, configurations, and recovery and continuance procedures for the database environment;
• Install and test new versions of the DBMS and take responsibility for upgrades to new versions and loading of service packs and patches;
• Perform regular health checks on the databases, review database error logs and take corrective actions, monitor performance and manage configuration of parameters of the databases;
• Control access permissions and privileges to various databases to ensure data security; and
• Manage database-related project objectives, including the management of changes and ensuring that all project deliverables are aligned with the objectives.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Action orientated whilst being proactive and self-starting; good problem-solving skills; strong analytical capabilities; effective communication skills; committed to achieving and maintaining high quality results; dedicated to customer-oriented service deliver and a high level of personal integrity.

Requirements

• A 3-year tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Informatics with 7 to 10 years’ extensive practical experience in Microsoft SQL administration including database design, testing, implementation and maintenance of database management systems across multiple platforms. A proven track record and experience in managing and administering large scale and complex databases. Supervisory or team leader experience including project management experience will be an added advantage.

Closing Date: 21 October 2026.