SSDD062-2026 ICT SYSTEMS ENGINEER (BACK-UP AND RESTORE) (TWO-YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)

DEPARTMENT: SHARED SERVICES

Division: ICT Governance, Applications and Infrastructure Management

Section: N/A

Location: Pretoria Central

Reference number

SSDD062-2026

Position

ICT SYSTEMS ENGINEER (BACK-UP AND RESTORE) (TWO-YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)

To be advertised

Internal

External

This position seeks to attract

African female

African male

Coloured female

Coloured male

Indian female

Indian male

White female

White male

Person with disability

All categories

Job level

T12

Scale

R486 840 ,00 – R676 164,00 per annum

Estimated

remuneration package

R676 164,00 – R892 565,00 per annum

Job purpose

To plan, implement, monitor and maintain backup and recovery solutions in order to protect organisational data and to ensure business continuity

Appointment 

requirements

An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or any ICT-related study field

The following relevant technical certifications will be an added advantage: Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE), Microsoft Certified: AWS Certified Administrator

At least three years’ experience in ICT enterprise backup, recovery, business continuity and infrastructure support

A valid Code B driving licence

Computer literacy

Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost

Personal attributes

and/or competencies

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy; ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks; excellent communication and documentation skills; strong customer service orientation; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment; ability to respond effectively during system outages and disaster recovery situations; commitment to maintaining data integrity, security and compliance

Primary functions

Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise backup and recovery solutions to ensure the secure protection and availability of organisational data and systems

Implement and support business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities to ensure the timely recovery of critical ICT services following disruptions

Implement backup security controls and ensure compliance with organisational policies, data protection standards, and regulatory requirements

Optimise backup services through continuous improvement, collaboration, technical support and the adoption of emerging technologies and best practices

SAP

S70103538

New/natural attrition

New

Enquiries

 A Mosalla (012 358 4250) or F Seeta (012 358 2459)