Deputy Director: ICT Infrastructure (P6)
Job Details
- Job Title: Deputy Director: ICT Infrastructure (P6)
- Institution: Central University of Technology (CUT)
- Location: Bloemfontein Campus
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Level: Senior Management
- Industry: Higher Education / ICT
- Closing Date: 03 April 2026
- Salary: R1,235,235 per annum
Job Overview
This is a senior management role in IT (ICT) responsible for overseeing the university’s entire technology infrastructure. The role focuses on strategic planning, managing IT systems, leading teams, and ensuring stable and secure ICT operations.
This is a high-level position suited for experienced IT professionals with strong leadership backgrounds.
Job Description
1. ICT Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement IT infrastructure strategies
- Plan long-term technology improvements
- Align IT systems with university goals
2. Infrastructure Management
- Oversee:
- Network systems
- Servers and data centres
- Telecommunications
- Data communication systems
- Ensure systems are stable, secure, and efficient
3. Operations Management
- Manage day-to-day ICT operations
- Ensure quick resolution of hardware/software issues
- Maintain system performance and uptime
4. Security & Risk Management
- Implement ICT security measures
- Protect systems from cyber threats and data breaches
- Ensure compliance with IT governance standards
5. Staff Leadership & Development
- Manage IT teams and staff performance
- Train and develop ICT personnel
- Lead and coordinate technical teams
6. Systems Support & Optimization
- Improve system efficiency and performance
- Oversee upgrades and new technology deployment
- Ensure continuous improvement of ICT services
Key Responsibilities
- Lead ICT infrastructure strategy and operations
- Manage IT systems, networks, and servers
- Ensure system security and reliability
- Supervise and develop IT staff
- Drive innovation and system improvements
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- 8 years’ relevant ICT experience
- At least 5 years in ICT infrastructure management
Preferred (Advantageous)
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8)
- 10 years’ ICT experience
- 8 years in senior IT management roles
Key Skills & Competencies
- IT infrastructure management
- Strategic planning and leadership
- Cybersecurity awareness
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Team leadership and staff development
- Strong technical knowledge of networks and systems
Ideal Candidate
Someone who is:
- A senior IT professional
- Experienced in managing large ICT environments
- Strong in leadership and strategy
- Technically skilled in infrastructure systems
- Able to manage teams and complex operations
Work Environment Insight
Working at the Central University of Technology means:
- Being part of a technical and academic environment
- Managing critical IT systems for a university
- Working in a structured, professional setting
- Leading large-scale infrastructure operations
Salary Insight
- R1.2 million per year = very high-level role
This reflects: - Senior leadership responsibility
- High experience requirements
- Strategic importance of the role