LOCATION : Johannesburg
DURATION : Permanent
Purpose of the Position
To provide strategic leadership, governance, and operational oversight of the organisation’s IT environment, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable technology systems that support Njilo’s operational delivery and corporate functions.
Minimum Requirements
•Diploma/Degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology or related field
•Relevant certifications (advantageous):
•CompTIA Security+
•Microsoft Certifications
•Cisco (CCNA/CCNP)
•ITIL
•Minimum 7–10 years in IT support/infrastructure
•Minimum 2–3 years in supervisory or leadership role
•Proven experience managing networks, servers, and cybersecurity environments
•Experience in multi-site or operationally intensive environment (advantageous).
Core Responsibilities
•Establish IT governance frameworks, policies, SOPs, and internal controls.
•Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and protocols.
•Implement threat detection, data protection, and access control frameworks.
•Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and security audits.
•Develop and test IT disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
•Oversee servers, cloud platforms, network architecture, and connectivity.
•Ensure uptime, redundancy, and scalability of infrastructure.
•Manage enterprise software, including ERP, fleet systems, payroll, and financial systems.
•Lead system upgrades, integrations, and digital transformation initiatives.
•Manage IT budget, cost optimisation, and procurement processes.
•Oversee IT asset lifecycle including acquisition, maintenance, replacement, disposal.
•Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and service-level agreements.
•Manage relationships with internet providers, cybersecurity vendors, hardware suppliers, and system developers.
•Provide high-level support for complex user issues and lead training initiatives for new systems or software.
•Oversee the procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning of IT equipment.
•Develop strategies for cost-effective hardware management and lifecycle planning to support long-term operational needs.
Skills
•Time Management
•Attention to details, Problem Solving.
•Patience, Resilience and stress management.
• Leadership
• Time management
• People Management,
• Communication
Behaviour and Values
•Professionalism : punctuality, Presentation, Reliability
•Integrity: Honesty Ethical Conduct and Accountability
•Respect: Inclusivity and Teamwork
•Initiative: Proactive, Problem Solving and Continuous improvement
•Commitment: Dedication and ownership
•Innovation: Creativity
•Customer Focus: Service Orientation and Quality
At Njilo we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We strongly encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for our open positions
Suitable candidates to forward their applications (CVs and qualifications) to this email address: recruitment@njiloconsulting.co.za , or via our company website www.njiloconsulting.co.za on recruitment, upload your Cv, qualifications and check for more opportunities available.
Closing Date: 20 March 2026