Current Vacancies at Ivanhoe Mines

Ivanhoe Mines SA (Pty) Ltd is looking for someone who will be responsible to protect the organizational infrastructure, such as computer networks and hardware devices, from unauthorized access and cyberthreats by actively developing protocols used to detect, respond and quell cyberattacks from cybercriminals and hackers seeking to cause damage or steal sensitive information.

You will have the following:

• A 3 Year National Diploma Information Technology discipline beneficial or equivalent with a, 
• Valid Microsoft Engineer Certificate in server administration or equivalent (MCSE, MCITP, MCSA) a, 
• Microsoft Azure Foundation Certification with a, 
• Valid A+ & N+ certificate or equivalent and a, 
• Valid Driver’s License with at least, 
• 10+ years relevant experience in management of the Storage and Server (Physical / Virtual) Infrastructure including (but not limited to) Windows Environment.
• 3+ years hands on experience with troubleshooting and providing support required in Virtual or Cloud platform (Azure) including backup and recovery of all systems.
• Proven experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of server infrastructure.
• Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices.
• Writing automation scripts with languages such as PowerShell and Bash/Shell.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Good project management skills.
• Programming knowledge advantageous.

Personal Competencies should include:

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
• Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process: 

•  IT Security solutions design and administration
•  Monitor computer networks for security issues.
•  Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
•  Install security measures and operating software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
•  Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause.
•  Work with the networking and system administrator team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
•  Conducting troubleshooting exercises as to ensure that potential risks are mitigated.
•  Maintaining and enhancing existing and new toolsets (such as Darktrace) for mature active defense.
•  Perform penetration testing.
•  Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
•  Stay current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news.
•  Develop company-wide best practices for IT security.
•  Internal Firewall Administration and Monitoring.
•  Anti-Virus Administration and Monitoring.
•  Email born threats, blocking of mail addresses or domains.
•  Blocking of malicious web domains.
•  Investigating domains and files in a sandbox environment.
•  Management and monitoring of backups.
•  Investigation of high impact incidents for Cyber Security / Malware.
•  Administration of policies for Anti-Virus, Web Access and internal Firewall.
• Continual validation and verification of infrastructure, platform, applications, and data asset controls to mature active defense processes.
•  Conducting POC’s of security related software/hardware.
•  Ability to detect insecure features and malicious activities within our networks and infrastructure.
•  Implemention and Working with Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) applications.
• Strategic Objectives / Key Performance Areas and Key Performance IndicatorsIvanhoe Mines SA (Pty) Ltd is looking for someone who will be responsible to protect the organizational infrastructure, such as computer networks and hardware devices, from unauthorized access and cyberthreats by actively developing protocols used to detect, respond and quell cyberattacks from cybercriminals and hackers seeking to cause damage or steal sensitive information.

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Ivanhoe Mines SA (Pty) Ltd is looking for someone who is a Microsoft SharePoint Developer/Administrator position will focus on needs analysis, design, build and go-live in addition to support for a large Microsoft SharePoint environment. The SharePoint developer will design and develop SharePoint websites using SharePoint designer or web UI developing tools. SharePoint is a highly configurable document management and storage system that integrates with Microsoft Office. SharePoint developer will be tasked with creating customized SharePoint solutions for the front-end use. 

You will have the following:

Bachelor’s degree in IT related discipline beneficial or equivalent experience NQF level 6/7.
Valid Microsoft Engineer Certificate in server administration or equivalent.
Microsoft Azure Foundation Certification beneficial.
Valid N+ certificate or equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License.
5 years proven experience as a SharePoint developer.
Extensive knowledge of C#, ASP.NET, and .NET Frameworks.
Familiarity with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, XML, jQuery, SQL Server, and Web Services.
High-level coding skills.
Proven working experience in workflow applications (K2, K2 Blackpearl, Ninetex)
Ability to solve complex software issues.
Ability to project manage.
Detail orientated.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Good communication, teamwork and negotiation skills
Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design
The ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure
Good organisational skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers
Business awareness and understanding of business requirements of IT
Willingness to keep up to date with developments in new technology
Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
Understanding of information legislation, such as the Data Protection Act.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required
Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail 

Preferably you will have:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a similar field at NQF 6 or higher
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Workflow Fnd Applications (MCTS)
SharePoint 2016 Certification
Microsoft SharePoint 2016, Application Development (MCPD)

Personal Competencies should include:

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment.

Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process: 

•  Meet with project team to review website and application requirements 
• Set tasks and development goals 
• Configure the company SharePoint systems to specified requirements 
• Develop new web components using XML, NET, SQL, and CH
• Design, code, and implement scalable applications
• Extend SharePoint functionality with forms, web parts, and application technologies
• Test and debug code.
• Review website interface and software stability 
• Troubleshoot software issues
• Maintain and update SharePoint server environment and associated applications
• Grant and maintain permission access based requirements 
• Provide systems training to staff and customers. 

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You will have the following:

• A 3 Year National Diploma Information Technology discipline beneficial or equivalent with a, 
• Valid Microsoft Engineer Certificate in server administration or equivalent (MCSE, MCITP, MCSA) a, 
• Microsoft Azure Foundation Certification with a, 
• Valid A+ & N+ certificate or equivalent and a, 
• Valid Driver’s License with at least, 
• 10+ years relevant experience in management of the Storage and Server (Physical / Virtual) Infrastructure including (but not limited to) Windows Environment.
• 3+ years hands on experience with troubleshooting and providing support required in Virtual or Cloud platform (Azure) including backup and recovery of all systems.
• Proven experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of server infrastructure.
• Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices.
• Writing automation scripts with languages such as PowerShell and Bash/Shell.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Good project management skills.
• Programming knowledge advantageous.

Personal Competencies should include:

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
• Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process: 

•  Cost management (Software License optimization to reduce cost and investigating alternative products).
•  Project management (Role out of new projects within timelines and budgets).
•  Provide support and management aspects of server and storage infrastructure operations such as the Microsoft platforms.
•  Apply governance and security controls around overall design, quality, and technical standards related to the server and storage infrastructure.
•  Provide Anti-Virus administrations and deployment across servers and desktops.
•  Deployment, maintenance, and management of the storage infrastructure that connected to Hypervisor and standalone server platforms.
•  Proactive monitoring of the server (physical & virtual) and storage infrastructure including related components.
•  Monitor and maintain server logs and health alarms.
•  Monitor / maintain, investigate and report breaches in performance. (Server uptime and performance optimization).
•  Monitor and maintain capacity - disk, RAM and processor.
•  Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation, Audit: Ensure that all ICT reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
•  Responsible for commissioning, maintenance and Tier 3 fault analysis of:
• Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware.
• Server operating systems (MS Server, Linux).
• MS Network Access Protection (NAP, NPS, Radius), DHCP, DNS(Tierra), AD, LDAP, ADFS, Certificate Services.
• MS Group Policy Objects.
• SQL servers (MSSQL, Oracle).
• Application servers (IIS).
• Microsoft license distribution systems (VLMS).
• Load Balancing (Cloudflare, Kemp, F5, NLB).
• Backups (Veeam).
• Vulnerability Assessment (Netwrix, Nessus).
• Email Management (Microsoft Exchange, Mimecast).
• Mobile device enrollment (Active Sync, MDM).
•  Responsible to virtualize and consolidate physical Servers across the Group.
•  Ensure availability and performance compliance to SLA’s (Service Level Agreements) and OLA’s (Operational Level Agreements).
•  Ensure best practice configuration is adhered to.
•  Perform backup and recovery of all systems.
•  Perform maintenance tasks such as patch levels, firmware upgrades and backups.
•  Oversee physical security, console access and out of band management access.
•  Identify, troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software problems. Across the Group.
•  Work cooperatively with application teams to install or upgrade existing applications.
•  Liaise with hardware and software suppliers; internet providers; and hosting providers to find the best possible solution to meet the business needs and objectives of the Company.
•  Plan, design and implement solutions architecture across the group.
•  Engagement & Communication: Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the ICT Function and operations.
•  Company Policy & Procedures Compliance: Takes cognizance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non-compliance issues.
•  Effective Team Player:
• Maintain and manage healthy relationships within own team and across teams.
• Responsible to provide support to team within area of responsibility.
• Responsible to share knowledge and skills with co-workers.
• Responsible to use communication and feedback channels effectively.
•  Effective Self-Management: Responsible for managing own work performance and completing tasks as per set timelines and standards.

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You will have the following:

• A minimum of 5 years Network Administration experience 
• Prepare and provide complete and accurate network designs and layout 
• Knowledge of procurements - sourcing quotes and workflow orders.
• Knowledge of Project Management - install and rollout of hardware within required project guidelines and timeframes
• Knowledge of financial planning and budgets, submission of networking requirements for the group-provide input into the forecasting and planning of budgets 
• Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate) 

Personal Competencies should include:

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
• Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process: 

•  Responsible for network architecture design and implementation aligned with business requirements and objectives 
• Translate business goals, objectives and requirements into a technical design, gathering business requirements and objectives 
• Procurement and project management support. Provide input into the forecasting, planning and implementing of new solutions
• Responsible to perform network utilization, capacity and planning as per ICT principles and standards.
• Ensure principles and standards are met when multi vendors doing installations.
• Reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation and Audit: Ensure that all ICT reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
• Responsible for network cabling(Fiber, Twisted Pair, etc.) across the group 
• Responsible to liaise with applicable hardware suppliers and ensure standards and timelines are met during installations.
• Responsible to perform network monitoring and troubleshooting 
• Ensure uptime and reliability through monitoring applications
• Work with on mine and Group ICT personnel and business representative and service providers to ensure that the integration of all required communication networks are achieved
• Provide ICT Support to operational and group personnel requiring hardware and/or software solutions
• Responsible for the setting-up and configuring of wireless equipment across the group 
• Analyze technical needs, requirements and state of the network's infrastructure design, integration and operations
• Responsible for set-up and configuration of L2 + L3 Switching (Cisco, Dell, HP Aruba, Mikrotik, Brocade, Ubiquity, Moxa, etc.) across the group.
•  Responsible for the configuration of Routers & Firewalls across the group.
•  Responsible for set-up and configuration of VPN across the group.
•  Responsible for set-up and configuration of CCTV systems across the group.
•  Responsible for IP Auditing, equipment update’s & licensing across the group.
•  Responsible for environmental monitoring (Temperature Control, Humidity Control, Fire Control) across the group.
•  Responsible for Network Infrastructure Asset Management across the group.
•  Server Room & Network Infrastructure Housekeeping.
•  Company Policy & Procedures Compliance: Takes cognizance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non-compliance issues.
•  Effective Team Player:
• Maintain and manage healthy relationships within own team and across teams.
• Responsible to provide support to team within area of responsibility.
• Responsible to share knowledge and skills with co-workers.
• Responsible to use communication and feedback channels effectively.
• Effective Self-Management: Responsible for managing own work performance and completing tasks as per set timelines and standards