About Us:
Maganyeni Holdings is a multi-disciplinary African holding company with subsidiaries in various industries, including security, construction, technology, cleaning, and mineral resources. Our mission is to drive sustainable wealth creation and socio-economic development in alignment with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled IT Technician who will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, support, and security of all IT infrastructure and electronic security systems within the organization. This includes managing servers, network infrastructure, control room systems, CCTV platforms, alarm monitoring systems, access control systems, communication equipment, and providing technical support to Armed Response Clients. The role requires extensive knowledge of physical security technologies, server administration, networking, cybersecurity, and business continuity.
Key Responsibilities
1. Server Administration
- Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade Windows and Linux servers.
- Monitor server performance, uptime, and system health.
- Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and File Services.
- Configure and manage virtual servers using VMware or Hyper-V.
- Perform regular server patching and firmware updates.
- Monitor server storage capacity and performance.
- Maintain server backups and disaster recovery procedures.
- Troubleshoot server hardware and software failures.
- Maintain server security and access permissions.
- Ensure high availability of mission-critical security applications.
2. Control Room Systems Administration
- Install and maintain Control Room software platforms.
- Support alarm monitoring systems.
- Support incident management systems.
- Maintain operator workstations.
- Configure monitoring displays and video walls.
- Ensure uninterrupted operation of monitoring systems.
- Troubleshoot communication failures between field devices and monitoring software.
- Coordinate upgrades of Control Room applications.
- Maintain operator permissions and user accounts.
- Monitor system logs and event reporting.
3. CCTV Systems Management
- Install, configure, and maintain IP and analogue CCTV systems.
- Configure Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and Digital Video Recorders (DVRs).
- Configure Video Management Systems (VMS).
- Maintain camera firmware.
- Configure camera recording schedules.
- Configure motion detection and event recording.
- Troubleshoot camera failures.
- Replace faulty cameras and related equipment.
- Configure remote viewing for authorized personnel.
- Ensure recording retention complies with company policy.
- Maintain CCTV storage infrastructure.
- Test camera functionality regularly.
4. Alarm Systems Support
- Install and configure alarm panels.
- Maintain intrusion detection systems.
- Configure alarm zones.
- Program alarm users and permissions.
- Troubleshoot alarm communication faults.
- Configure alarm reporting paths.
- Maintain GSM/IP alarm communicators.
- Support panic alarm systems.
- Test alarm functionality.
- Ensure alarm integrations operate correctly with monitoring software.
5. Access Control Systems
- Configure access control servers.
- Maintain card readers and biometric devices.
- Create and manage user access profiles.
- Configure time schedules.
- Troubleshoot access control hardware.
- Replace defective readers.
- Maintain access databases.
- Configure anti-passback and security policies.
- Produce access reports.
6. Network Administration
- Install and configure switches and routers.
- Configure VLANs.
- Maintain firewalls.
- Configure VPN connectivity.
- Monitor network performance.
- Troubleshoot LAN/WAN connectivity.
- Configure wireless networks.
- Maintain structured cabling.
- Configure Quality of Service (QoS).
- Manage IP addressing.
- Perform network documentation.
- Monitor bandwidth utilization.
7. Cybersecurity
- Maintain endpoint protection.
- Configure antivirus software.
- Monitor cybersecurity alerts.
- Manage firewall policies.
- Implement access control policies.
- Monitor suspicious activity.
- Apply security patches.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments.
- Maintain password policies.
- Support cybersecurity audits.
8. Head Office IT Support
Provide first- and second-line IT support for all Head Office staff.
Support includes:
- Desktop computers
- Laptops
- Printers
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Office 365
- Microsoft Teams
- Outlook
- Email issues
- Internet connectivity
- Shared drives
- Network printers
- Mobile devices
- User account management
- Password resets
- Software installation
- Hardware troubleshooting
9. Hardware Maintenance
- Install new computers.
- Upgrade hardware.
- Replace failed components.
- Maintain UPS systems.
- Install monitors.
- Maintain server hardware.
- Replace hard drives.
- Upgrade RAM.
- Perform preventive maintenance.
10. Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Perform daily backup verification.
- Test backup restoration.
- Maintain disaster recovery documentation.
- Ensure business continuity.
- Monitor backup success.
- Maintain offsite backups.
- Restore systems when required.
11. Documentation
Maintain documentation for:
- Servers
- Networks
- CCTV systems
- Alarm systems
- Access control
- Control Room configurations
- Software licensing
- Asset registers
- Password vaults
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Disaster Recovery Plans
12. Vendor and Contractor Management
- Coordinate with security equipment suppliers.
- Manage warranty repairs.
- Escalate vendor support cases.
- Verify installations.
- Supervise contractors.
- Maintain service records.
13. Compliance
Ensure compliance with:
- Company IT policies
- Information security standards
- Physical security standards
- Data protection requirements
- Software licensing agreements
- Health and Safety regulations
Requirements:
- National Diploma: Information Technology
- CCNA/CCNP Certificate
- 3-5 years experience
- Willing to relocate to Brits, North West at own cost
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to [email protected] by Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R9 500,00 - R13 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
