IT MANAGER (Pietermaritzburg)

  • 101
  • Ref #419070TJ
  • Posted 3 weeks ago
  • Information & Communications Technology, Infrastructure, Network, Other, Software Development, Web Development
Employer Description

Supplier of non-ferrous metal parts into the local and international building hardware, automotive and utilities markets

Job Description

  • Ensure the effective, efficient, and secure operation of all information technology systems within the company.
  • Manage and oversee a range of IT aspects, including hardware maintenance and upgrades, software integration and migration, and network infrastructure enhancements.
  • Oversee potential migrations of Exchange, SQL, domain controller, file server, and other systems to the cloud
  • Support all IT software systems within the company (e.g., Microsoft, SysPro, CuroQuip, TransLution, VIP).
  • Conduct routine testing, upgrades, and maintenance of all IT hardware.
  • Enhance & troubleshoot switches, cabling, cabinets, fibre backbone, and fail-over systems.
  • Account for all IT assets and establish a replacement program.
  • Implement and maintain systems for regular backups and audits.
  • Maintain high-level IT security
  • Provide ongoing IT security training to staff.
  • Update and maintain firewall, antivirus, and email security measures.
  • Conduct vulnerability & penetration testing.
  • Develop and manage an IT budget
  • Forecast costs related to hardware upgrades, software integration, IT security, staff training and development, and other operational expenses.
  • Software Development

Qualifications

  • Degree in Information technologies

Skills

  • Possess strong skills and knowledge in web-based programming (e.g., JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP) for interfacing with MSSQL and MySQL databases.
  • Strong knowledge & experience in SQL programming querying MSSQL & MySQL databases
  • Knowledge & experience with Delphi, C/C++, C# & Python specifically is beneficial, but proficiency in any language will be advantageous

Salary / Package

R50 000

Benefits

  • 13th Cheque
  • Bi-Annual Profit Share