TRAFFIC Gauteng

Expert Operations Engineer (TTD)

Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Description

Pretoria, South Africa Posted on 30/03/2026

We are seeking anOperations Engineer (Expert) to support a globally distributed authenticationplatform. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable identity and accessmanagement solutions across cloud and on-premise environments. You will workwithin a global team to operate, enhance, and secure a modern authenticationecosystem, while continuously improving processes and driving innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and support global identityplatforms, including Active Directory and Entra ID environments.
  • Ensure high availability,scalability, and security of authentication systems.
  • Design and implement modern identityand security solutions aligned with Zero Trust principles.
  • Automate infrastructure andoperational processes using Infrastructure as Code.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complextechnical issues across distributed systems.
  • Collaborate with global teams andstakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Drive continuous improvement,innovation, and adoption of new technologies.
  • Provide guidance andleadership to junior team members when required.
Requirements
  • Minimum 5+ years of experiencein IT, including managing large cloud or hybrid environments.
  • At least 3 years' experience with Microsoft enterprise IT architectures, focusing on Identity &Access Management.
  • Expert knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Entra ID, Entra IDConnect, and Active Directory
  • Strong understanding of Zero Trustarchitecture and security concepts.
  • Experience with network protocols (IPv4, IPv6, DNS).
  • Proficiency in automation using tools such as PowerShell and Azure Functions.
  • Ability to solve complexproblems and work independently on escalated tasks.
Advantageous Skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Familiarity with Agile workingenvironments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solvingabilities.
  • Excellent communication and teamworkskills.
  • Self-driven with a focus oninnovation and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
  • Degree in Computer Science,Communications Engineering, or a related field (or equivalentexperience).

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$83,640/year
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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Mathematics Complex Problem Solving Active Listening Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension
Common Technologies
IBM SPSS Statistics IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio Minitab Google Docs Microsoft Word macOS Bash Shell script

Job Overview

Date Posted
05 Apr 2026
Location
Gauteng, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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