Job Description

Faculty
Support / Admin Department
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Information and Communication Technology Services (ICTS) -> Networking
Campus/ Location
District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type
Permanent
Occupational Function
Support / Admin
Number of Positions
1
Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)
To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date
2/11/2025
Job Purpose
The purpose of this position is to plan, implement, monitor, and maintain robust network security measures that protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of CPUT's information systems and infrastructure, while ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.


Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A BTech in Information Technology or equivalent qualification. At least 3-5 years' experience in network security (firewalls, DNS layer security, MFA) Deployment, Configuration and Support / in CCNA / HCIA (International certified).

NB:

However, candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements but do not have all certifications may be considered for conditional appointment, provided the certification is obtained within one year of employment.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Network Security Architecture and Design Cybersecurity Monitoring and Incident Response Firewall and Perimeter Defense Management Vulnerability Management and Threat Mitigation Policy, Compliance, and Audit Support Security Awareness and Capacity Building Project Involvement and Strategic Input Competencies
Team leadership skills People Management skills Interpersonal skills Project Management skills Excellent problem-solving skills Analytical skills Organizational skills Communication skills Report writing skills Knowledge of emerging networking technologies and industry trends. General Information

Closing date:

02 November 2025

For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please email:

please contact Mr Odwa Siza, (Human Capital Department) email: sizaod@cput.ac.za.

NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.