Deputy Director: Server Support and Virtualisation – 13 October 2026

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 083/2026 City of Johannesburg

DEPARTMENT: Group Information, Communication, Technology
and Infrastructure Management (GICTM)
BRANCH: Information and Network Technology Operations
DESIGNATION: Deputy Director: Server Support and Virtualisation
REMUNERATION: R67 075,25 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits)
LOCATION: JD House, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• National Diploma in IT, bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer
  Science, Information Systems, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or any related
  Qualification in (NQF level 7)
• Professional certifications in Data Centre Management and/or Server and
  Virtualisation, ITIL, ISO 27001, CISSP, CISM, CDCP (Certified Data Centre
  Professional), or equivalent will be advantageous
• 7 – 9 years of proven experience in ICT infrastructure, data centre facilities
  management, or data protection, of which 4 years must be at a
  management/supervisory level
• Demonstrated experience in:
  ➢ Data Centre operations, facilities, and environmental controls (power, cooling,
  cabling, fire suppression) for onpremise, hosted and cloud environments
  ➢ Server Support and Virtualisation Management and oversight
  ➢ ICT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
  ➢ Implementation of data protection measures in line with POPIA, the
  Cybercrimes Act, and ISO standards
  ➢ Managing high-availability, business continuity and disaster recovery solutions
  ➢ Vendor and contract management within ICT environments
  ➢ Strategic planning, policy formulation, and performance management
• A valid driver’s licence

Primary Function:
Provide strategic, technical, and operational leadership of the City’s server
infrastructure and virtualisation platforms (on-premises, hybrid, and cloud) to ensure
high availability, continuity, resilience, security, compliance, efficiency, and cost
optimisation. The role governs data centre operations, server OS and hypervisor
estates, storage/backup/DR, automation (IaC), capacity planning, and vendor
management, aligned to ITIL service management, COBIT governance, ISO/IEC 27001
ISMS, NIST CSF, and TOGAF enterprise architecture.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure full compliance with data protection laws and organisational policies.
• Ensure secure, dependable, and efficient data centre infrastructure
• Ensure the continuous, efficient, and secure operation of an organization’s data centre by
  managing infrastructure, systems, and processes that support business applications and
  services, while minimising downtime, optimising performance, and maintaining
  compliance with relevant standards and regulations
• Identify and mitigate risks to data and infrastructure
• Ensure efficient and effective management of financial, human, and physical resources to
  support organisational objectives and compliance with relevant policies, legislation, and
  frameworks
• Ensure efficient vendor services and compliance with contracts
• To ensure the organization’s ICT, data centre, server, virtualisation, continuity or
  cybersecurity strategies are aligned with overall business objectives, providing actionable
  insights and reporting to guide decision-making and support organisational growth

Leading Competencies:

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Operating systems and server administration.
• Strategic & Leadership Skills
• Technical & Professional Skills
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Interpersonal, relationship-building and team-building skills.
• Project management skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel);
• Good written and oral communication skills in English, and must be able to communicate
  and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders;
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, and excellent planning, organising,
  coordinating, and time management skills.

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of server, virtualisation and business continuity architecture.
• Knowledge of related ICT Security technologies.
• ICT Regulations and standards (COBIT, ITIL, ISO, etc. Business Analysis.
• Innovative development technologies. DBMS technologies.
• Information, records and data Security.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Disaster recovery technologies.
• Hybrid Server environment and Microsoft / Windows / Linux operating systems. (AD and
  MS Exchange Server)
• Technical credibility and cybersecurity management.Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and
  Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele): Ethics, Professionalism;
• Impact and Influence according to the City’s protocols, legislation, and standards.

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be
considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment
equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider
designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to
previously disadvantaged groups, including those with disabilities.
Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and
disability.”

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply
using the link below:
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ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Mark Sanderson
Email Address: Marksa@joburg.org.za (The contact email address provided in this
advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs,
qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All
applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement)

CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 20 OCTOBER 2026

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appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they
must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your
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the Recruitment and Selection and related processes. In terms of the Talent
Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the
following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation,
• Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation

We wish you all the best with your applications