Current Opportunities at Datacentrix

• Datacentrix is looking for a Solutions Architect specializing in ISP technologies to design, develop, and present high-quality network solutions for enterprise clients. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ISP backbone infrastructure, last-mile connectivity, and enterprise networking solutions, including Voice, APN, Connectivity, SD-WAN/MPLS, and Internet Access. The ideal candidate will work closely with customers, sales teams, and technical engineers to craft solutions that align with business needs while ensuring robust security, scalability, and efficiency. Strong presentation skills and the ability to engage C-level and mid-management stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications and Certifications Required:

• Matric
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Enterprise or Service Provider
• Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JNCIP-SP or JNCIP-ENT) (Preferred)
• Fortinet NSE4/NSE5+ (Advantageous)
• AWS/Azure Cloud Networking Certifications (Advantageous)
• ITIL Foundation (Preferred)
• SD-WAN Vendor Certifications (VMware VeloCloud, Cisco SD-WAN, Fortinet SD-WAN, etc.)

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in network architecture or solution design within an ISP or enterprise connectivity environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of ISP backbone infrastructure, last-mile deployment models, SD-WAN, MPLS, APN, and enterprise connectivity.
• Proficiency in routing, switching, and firewall technologies from major vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.).
• Experience working with Cloudflare or similar CDN and DDoS mitigation technologies.
• Strong understanding of VoIP and SIP-based communication services.
• Ability to engage with C-level and mid-management stakeholders, translating complex solutions into business value propositions.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience responding to tenders, RFPs, and customer proposals.
• A good understanding of IT infrastructure, security, and cloud networking is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and propose ISP and enterprise network solutions covering Voice, APN, SD-WAN/MPLS, Internet Access, and related services.
• Develop and present technical architecture to customers, sales teams, and senior management in a clear and engaging manner.
• Work with ISP backbone and last-mile technologies to design scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure seamless deployment of solutions.
• Ensure security best practices in firewalling, CDN technologies (Cloudflare, etc.), and overall network infrastructure.
• Provide technical input for tender responses, RFPs, and proposals to secure business opportunities.
• Conduct customer workshops, proof of concepts (POCs), and training sessions as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging ISP, connectivity, and cybersecurity technologies.
• Document network designs, technical specifications, and project implementation plans.

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• Are you a tech-savvy leader with a passion for data analytics, IT infrastructure, and digital transformation?
• Managed Talent Solutions' client in the Health Benefits sector is looking for an ICT Manager to lead their technology strategy, optimize IT operations, and drive data-driven decision-making.

You must have the following: 

• Degree in Data Science or related field.
• 3+ years experience in IT management with prior experience in data analytics and project management.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL).
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure and security best practices.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Certifications:

• CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar IT certifications.
• Data analytics certifications (e.g., Google Data Analytics, Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate).
• ITIL Foundation Certification.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer).
• Data-related certifications (e.g., Certified Data Management Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer).

Your overall responsibilities will be as follows: 
Technology Strategy & Implementation

• Develop and implement IT strategies to enhance operational efficiency and member experience.
• Identify and design technology roadmaps, transformation plans, and digital solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and introduce innovative technology solutions to keep the company ahead.

IT Infrastructure & Security

• Ensure IT systems run smoothly, securely, and integrate seamlessly with business operations.
• Manage IT infrastructure, software, and networks, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Oversee cyber awareness, data governance, and compliance with IT policies and regulations.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all platforms.
• Oversee the development of reporting frameworks and dashboards to support decision-making.
• Analyze complex datasets to extract meaningful insights and recommend business improvements.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead IT projects from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to enhance digital capabilities.
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).

Budget & Compliance

• Manage IT budgets, ensuring cost-effective and value-driven investments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., CMS, MSA, BHF).
• Maintain proper documentation and governance for all IT projects and initiatives.

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• Managed Talent Solution, a business unit within Datacentrix is looking for a Marketing Specialist to join our client on a permanent role based in Midrand, Gauteng.  You must have experience in creating, coordinating and executing branding strategy, plans and programs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12.
• Marketing Degree/National Diploma (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in designing and executing of marketing campaigns
• Campaign or project management experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Define the strategy, campaigns, and activities for the designated vendors and OEMs
• Project management across campaigns and activities
• Own the Vendor and Customer marketing engagement
• Drive the engagement with the vendor related to marketing campaigns and plans
• Introductory product knowledge for designated vendors
• Identify, maintain, and manage suppliers related to program execution
• Analyse marketing data (campaign results, conversion rates, traffic etc.) to help shape future marketing strategies
• Accountable for the campaign and activity performance reporting
• Responsible for the design and attainment of the marketing ROI per campaign
• Manage and maintain the MDF budget allocation, spending and reporting requirements
• Ensures the integrity and quality of all marketing and branding efforts
• Proactively design campaigns to attain vendor product and market tactics
• Creative lead on all programs

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• Managed Talent Solution, a business unit within Datacentrix is looking for an Internal Account Manager to join our client’s on a permanent role based in Midrand, Gauteng.  You must have experience in IT distribution, customer engagement, and account management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric and Diploma/Degree

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years sales experience in IT industry (essential)
• Telesales experience
• Sales and/or marketing qualification (optional)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting Function
• Assigning emails and tracking of all partner requests
• Drive internal OLA and SLA to partners
• Ensure the quality of orders and delivery, ensuring partners expectations are met once order is placed
• Check on order picking tickets and allocations, releasing back orders, care pack management, collection orders, deliveries, config orders, roll out orders, warehouse escalation
• Sales Function
• Overachieve revenue and gross profit monthly targets
• Direct proactive partner engagement
• Assist partners telephonically (taking incoming calls) and attending to written (incoming email) queries
• Take responsibility on the health of the mailbox, ensuring mails completed gets filed away and following up on items waiting on feedback
• Assist with telephonic quotes or important quotes that need special negotiation and attention
• Follow up on quotes daily via telephonic communication 
• Negotiate pricing and terms
• Execute on outbound call campaigns, share promo deals regularly with base Look for new leads and opportunities

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• Our client in the Medical Sector is looking for a Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design, deployment, and management of cloud solutions. This role will focus on cloud strategy, security, automation, and infrastructure optimization, ensuring that all cloud-based solutions align with business objectives and industry best practices. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, guide cross-functional teams, and drive innovation in cloud computing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Architecture & Strategy: Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Develop blueprints for a multi-tenant cloud framework, including governance, security, identity management, and operational controls.
• Azure Infrastructure Management: Deploy and maintain Azure IaaS & PaaS services, configure virtual networks, integrate third-party and on-premise solutions, and optimize cloud services for performance and cost efficiency.
• Security, Compliance & Business Continuity: Develop and implement enterprise cloud security frameworks, ensuring disaster recovery (BCP/HA), backups, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Automation & System Optimization: Leverage PowerShell scripting and DevOps methodologies to automate cloud deployments and system administration tasks. Identify innovative, cost-effective approaches to improve cloud operations.
• Project Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and coordinate cloud infrastructure projects, acting as a bridge between DevOps, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure smooth execution. Provide guidance and mentorship to IT teams on cloud best practices.
• Monitoring, Reporting & Trend Analysis: Implement cloud resource monitoring, analyze performance trends, and develop proactive solutions to enhance efficiency and reliability. Conduct technical evaluations and proofs-of-concept for emerging technologies.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in IT (NQF Level 7)
• Certifications: Microsoft Certified Cloud Architect, Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Microsoft Specialist: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
• Experience: 8-10 years in a senior technical role, with at least 5 years in Microsoft technology and cloud solution designExpertise in Azure, virtualization, security, compliance, automation, DevOps, and system integration

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Minimum Requirements:

• Matric and Degree in IT
• International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB) Certification; Test Manager Advanced Level, Project Management Diploma/Certification
• 6 years' experience in System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including experience in managing people in either development or testing environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the integrated testing strategy.
• Acting as a Programme Test Manager in the successful delivery of functional and non-functional testing strategies on a mission critical system.
• Managing highly integrated and complex multi-year programmes of work.
• Manage system integration, acceptance, and market-facing testing activities.
• Align testing methodologies with programme objectives, reducing risks of delays or quality issues.
• Coordinating with vendors, market and multiple teams in an hybrid approach.
• Successful implementation of test automation and DevOps strategies.
• Advanced Azure DevOps experience an advantage.   
• Advanced Scaled Agile experience an advantage. 

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• Exciting Career Opportunity at Datacentrix Digital Business solutions. Experience in Consultative selling and supporting clients on digital transformation journeys. Suitable candidates must have a broad network of contacts and clients in Gauteng in either Public or Private Sector. Ability to Build market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships
• Proven Experience in Consultative selling 8 to 10 years
• Must have experience in selling Software Solutions (multi-vendor Solutions)
• Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Selling to Customer Needs, Market Knowledge, Presentation Skills, Energy Level, Meeting Sales Goals, Professionalism
• A range of related to selling skills, communication skills, presentation skills, negotiating skills and other sales related skills will be an advantage.
• Experience in the Business Solutions IT industry is highly desired and an expert level of knowledge is required, where product functionality and business environment must be strategically matched.
• Sales & marketing experience in an IT solutions selling environment. Expertise in selling a range of IT products and services is essential.
• End to end management of a sales channel is vital. This includes experience in account management, selling and product strategizing
• Matric or Grade 12 Essential
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

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• Managed Talent Solutions client in the mining sector is looking for a Information Security Analyst on a 12 month fixed term contract. Must have +6 years experience in conducting risk assessments that rely on outside penetration testing support and application of common Information Security Frameworks such as the ISO27000 series, SANS20, NIST and the ISF control framework.

Requirements:

• An undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in computer science, business informatics, engineering/technology or equivalent  
• Professional certifications and experience in Information Security from industry standard security frameworks: ISACA, BCS, CIPP, ITIL, Crest, ISC2, COMPTIA and key security vendors including Microsoft, Crowdstrike, Qualys, IBM.
• Must have experience in appliocation of Information Security frameworks such as the ISO27000 series, SANS20, NIST and the ISF control framework
• Conducting risk assessments that rely on outside penetration testing support
• Information security training and awareness concepts and delivery
• Incident response and crisis management concepts experience

Key responsibilities:

• Support and monitor cybersecurity initiatives and controls in the region
• Collaborate with regional IT and security teams to implement security measures and protocols
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses for regional assets and systems
• Facilitate security awareness training for regional employees
• Respond to and investigate security incidents in the region
• Stay updated with regional cybersecurity regulations and compliance requirements

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• MTS's client is seeking a Data Science and Analytics Manager for a client in the Healthcare industry to lead the clients' data team in driving insights and decision-making through advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python or R, along with expertise in analytics/ML libraries, data processing, and cloud infrastructure. Responsibilities include managing data projects, implementing machine learning models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data-driven strategies.

Inherent Requirements

• At least 10 years of hands-on involvement in data science projects, including managing large-scale initiatives and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Degree (Honours, Masters or PHD) in quantitative fields such as Actuarial Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics and/or combination of these.
• Proven expertise in data science technologies such as Python, PowerBI, Microsoft Azure, Spark, big data ecosystems, machine learning frameworks, and cloud infrastructure.
• Deep knowledge of Python or R and common analytics/ML libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, SciPy), as well as a proven track record using Jupyter notebooks. Strong SQL skills and experience with large, complex datasets are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to apply statistical machine learning techniques to predictive modeling, delivering measurable value.
• A history of successfully bringing data science solutions into high-scale production environments, ensuring long-term reliability and business impact.

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• Datacentrix is looking for a Firewall Engineers to provides day-to-day support for firewall engineering and operation tasks. Required certifications: Palo Alto: PCCSE/PCNSE and or Firewall: NSE4 and above.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric - Grade 12 or relevant IT qualifications
• Palo Alto or Fortinet Firewall (Palo Alto: PCCSE/PCNSE and or Firewall: NSE4 and above certifications are mandatory
• Strong working knowledge of Major operating systems, such as Windows, UNIX, and Linux to include system administration and security.
• Network security controls such as IDS, IPS, DLP, and WAF
• Enterprise network architecture, design, and support to include network hardware, network protocols, and data flows

Responsibilities:

• Provides day-to-day support for firewall engineering and operation tasks and level 1 & 2 on-call technical support for the Firewall Engineering and Operations team; including assisting peers with issues and escalation.
• Supports the implementation and ongoing operations of network access control devices to include firewalls and SSL VPN devices.
• Work collaboratively across a variety of business units to implement new technology, support existing, and at times do so after normal business hours.
• Build and configure solutions in the development, test, and production environment; including documenting the security infrastructure and design
• Manage problems, maintain vendor relationships, and assist operations with vendor escalation and issue resolution.
• Facilitate device refresh of network security devices with a focus on capacity, manageability, and security of new and existing security infrastructure.
• Participate in team on-call coverage rotation
• Design, deploy and support enterprise-class Fortinet and SSL VPN devices.
• Design, deploy and support Firewall
• Complex troubleshooting to include network protocol and log analysis, raw data captures, and the correlation of disparate events spanning multiple devices and platforms.

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• We're looking for seasoned professionals with a strong background in IT recruitment to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you're skilled at managing end-to-end recruitment processes and sourcing IT talent without relying on job specs, we want to hear from you!

ROLE IS NOT AN INTERNAL RECRUITMENT ROLE!!

Requirements: 

• Matric/Grade 12 & HR elated qualification
• APSO Entrance Exams / IPSC 
• 3 years IT recruitment experience within the recruitment agency environment
• Accurate and insightful interviewer, that focus on performance, fit and motivation  
• Negotiating and closing skills 
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Team Player & Positive Attitude
• Understands the real job requirements at technical level - not a “box checker “
• Must be used to a target driven environment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Candidate screening & matching.
• Use various search engines, networking and headhunting to source
• Accurately interpret client’s specification and identify suitable applicants through effective matching
• Identify and manage any potential risk on any candidate  
• Recruitment Support - Effectively communicate all requirements of the job to the applicant
• Interview all candidates within the corporate guideline to establish strengths, skills and requirements
• Develop and maintain good relationships with core applicants to ensure loyalty
• Conduct verification checks
• Coordinate and set up interviews between candidates and clients
• Ensure all CV’s undergo a QA process before submitting to client
• Prime candidates for interviews and ensure de-briefing after interview
• Ensure effective turnaround to clients
• Ensure corporate governance are adhere to at all times
• Database maintenance - Ensure all documentation are completed and signed
• Maintain accurate and updated documents on database (Placement Partner)
• Secure placements (contracts/ resignation assistance / counteroffer guidance)