ICT System Administrator (UNIX/LINUX and Windows)

Overview

ICT System Administrator (UNIX/Linux and Windows) at the Department of Agriculture in Pretoria, requiring a National Diploma in IT and three years' relevant experience.

Requirements

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science (NQF Level 6).
• Minimum three 3 years relevant experience in IT, of which at least one (1) year should be in a Unix/Linux server environment.
• Job-Related Knowledge: Unix/ Linux and Windows Server administration and management.
• Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Exchange administration.
• Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration.
• Hyper-V virtualisation.
• Knowledge of hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Server monitoring and performance management.
• DHCP, DNS and TCP/IP.
• File and print.
• Job Related Skills: Experience on server operating systems, including installation, configuration and maintenance.
• Cloud services and hybrid infrastructure management.
• Automation and scripting.
• Good collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Drive and critical thinking.
• Technical Competence.
• A Valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Maintain Hardware and Software Infrastructure: Provisioning of Unix/ Linux and Windows server infrastructure and support.
• Unix/Linux and Windows Server Maintenance.
• Active Directory Administration.
• Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration.
• Troubleshooting and monitoring both Unix/Linux and Windows server environments.
• Ensure ICT governance and risk management.
• Research Future Trends and Technologies: Testing new Hardware and Software in the market.
• Research new trends in market and make recommendations.
• Zero Trust Security.
• AI and Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, internet of things etc.
• Contribution in Projects: Rollout of special projects.
• Investigate and plan software and hardware projects.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ICTSArecruit87@nda.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms M Nemutendani Tel No: (012) 319 6154 / 6195

Notes

EE Target: African Females and persons with disability. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates, for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Campus Manager Ref No: 3/3/1/49/2026 advertised in the Public Services Vacancy Circular no 24 of 2026 was published with the incorrect EE Targets; the correct EE Targets are African Males and Females, and persons with disability. Therefore, the submission of job applications will be accepted from 25 September 2026 until 09 October 2026 at 16:00 through the same application channels published under the Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 10 July 2026. Withdrawal of Advertisement: The post of Senior Security Officer (reference: 3/3/1/83/2026), which was published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular number 32 dated 04 September 2026, closing 18 September 2026, has been withdrawn. OTHER POSTS