• Reference Number : Refs/021290
  • Directorate : Information Communication Technology
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 444 036.00 per annum plus service benefits
  • Enquiries : Ms. Mmathethi Patjie Telephone Number: 011 689 3845/3724/ 066 156 6669

Requirements :

  • Grade 12, plus three (03) year National Diploma in ICT or Bachelor’s degree in ICT (computer science or informatics). 3-5 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. IT Security Certificate is an advantage. A valid code 8/10 driver’s license. No criminal record or any cases pending against you. Knowledge and Skills: Develop, implement, and monitor IT policies and procedures. Relevant Public Service Regulations. Cyber security management. Strong security and development knowledge in systems development lifecycle. Application of Security tools. Understanding of different IT processes and educates users about security risks and vulnerabilities. Perform business analyses and risk exposure/threat assessment. Develop conceptual frameworks and apply approaches and technology to the development. Management and administration of business continuity /disaster recovery planning and security systems and protocols. Skills: Data security, Security, Regulations and standards, Business Analysis, Project management, System and applications security, Business performance management, Network and Telecommunications security, Technical credibility.

Duties :

  • Provide Information Communication and Technology Security Services. Development and application of the principles, policies, and procedures necessary to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability, and privacy of data in all forms of media (electronic and hardcopy) throughout the data life cycle. Prevention and protection ICT Systems against unauthorized access Protection of the Networks and Telecommunications e.g. perimeter defence strategies, defence-in-depth strategies, and data encryption techniques. ICT Security Training and Awareness. Ensure Physical and Environmental Security to protect physical locations where IT equipment is located or work is performed (e.g., computer rooms, work locations) and data/information. Development, implementation and monitoring of ICT policies and guidelines. Ensure the policy development process is aligned with the strategic plan for Information Communication and Technology. Develop, Review, Update, implement and communicate ICT policies. Provide ICT Security Training and Awareness. Employ principles, practices, and methods required to raise employee awareness about basic information security and train individuals with information security roles to increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Notes :

  • Gauteng DCS is an equal opportunity employer and gender sensitive employer, and it is its intention to promote retrospectivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources Directives will be taken into consideration. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must apply online at: www.gautengonline.gov.za / http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Applications must be submitted on new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents (effective from 01 January 2021). All fields in Part A to D of the Z83 form must be completed, and Part E to G noting that there is limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer” to CV or see attached, this is acceptable as long as the CV is attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. The question related to the conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed. The fully completed and signed new Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only (only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications). Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification. The Department of Community Safety reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes. The Department will not accept posted, emailed or hand delivered applications. people with disabilities are encourages to apply, and a confirmation of disabilities from a registered medical practitioner must be attached to the application. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Community Safety

Location : Gauteng

Closing Date : 18-10-2024


Criteria Questions
Do you have Grade 12
Do you have a three (03) year National Diploma in ICT or Bachelor’s degree in ICT (computer science or informatics)?
Do you have a3-5 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. IT Security Certificate is an advantage?
Dou you have a valid code 8/10 driver’s license?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.