About the Department

Technology is at the core of the knowledge-based organisation. It enables MFSA's strategic and operational objectives to be achieved efficiently and effectively.

The Technology team leverages cutting-edge technology, industry standards and methodologies to provide reliable services to the rest of the organisation and the financial services sectors interacting with the Authority electronically. It is responsible for technology design, information security, development, integration and delivery of all information and communications infrastructure, platforms and services, working with technology vendors and partners.

The Technology team is made up of professionals specialised in relevant areas that include governance and planning, infrastructure and service management, information systems, and security. Officials from Technology also participate and give their contribution in several European committees, expert groups and industry fora.

About the Role

The selected candidate will undertake duties in relation to the implementation and administration of network, solutions, and security infrastructure. The primary job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise infrastructure solutions, including Red Hat OpenShift clusters, HPE and Dell servers, VMware virtualisation, and Veeam backup systems;
• Performing installations, upgrades, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting across hardware, virtualisation platforms, and container environments;
• Optimising system performance, security, and availability through proactive monitoring and continuous improvement;
• Collaborating with technical teams on architecture, design specifications, and integration of infrastructure components;
• Maintaining accurate technical documentation and operational procedures, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements;
• Planning and executing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities with minimal disruption to services;
• Identifying opportunities to enhance infrastructure and processes, leveraging secure practices and automation where possible;
• Establishing strong working relationships with internal technology teams and external vendors to ensure smooth operations and support;
• Implementing and enforcing security strategies, responding to threats, conducting investigations, and upholding data governance standards;
• Assisting with additional tasks and projects as directed by Technology Leads.

About You

You should have a strong academic background in ICT, with solid knowledge of containerisation technologies, Linux systems, and ideally Red Hat OpenShift. The role requires an academic qualification in a relevant field at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 6 or higher, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC), or a widely recognised professional certification at an equivalent level.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• Exceptional troubleshooting ability, including root cause analysis, clear documentation, knowledge sharing, and implementing preventive measure;
• Strong proficiency in Linux operating systems, essential for managing container platforms and related infrastructure;
• Comprehensive experience in security domains, covering identity protection, information protection, threat protection, security management, and data governance;
• Deep understanding of virtualisation and containerisation technologies, with practical experience in deploying and maintaining enterprise-grade environments.

You will be given preference if you have proficiency with RedHat OpenShift and relevant industry certifications.

If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications but you have at least thirteen (13) years of relevant experience, we would still be interested in speaking with you.

Other important information 

The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.gov.mt under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt.

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Public Call No: 1192/2025