• Reference Number : refs/016726
• Directorate : Information Communication Technology
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R359 517 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. Portia Makotwane, Tel: 011 689 8898

Requirements :

• Grade 12 plus a National Diploma/ Degree in Information Technology. 1-2 years’ experience in IT security, preferably in the security operations environment, experience with Vulnerability management tools, Microsoft security products, other security tools. Cyber Security experience combined with security certificate (S+) and related Industry Certificate will be advantageous

Duties :

• : Involved in the implementation of new security solutions, participation in the creation and or maintenance of policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures conducting vulnerability audits and assessments. Ensure networks are free of breaches. Conduct Information Security user - awareness and training programs. To train computer users on network and information security procedures. Keeping up to date with current hacking tools / techniques and malware plus protecting against them. Keeping abreast of emerging security threats and alerts across the industry. Acting on IT Security bulletins from both vendors and security organisations. Support the creation of security related management reports. The management and tracking of remediation activity for any vulnerabilities. Perform a variety of limited technical tasks designed to familiarise the official with regulatory guidelines, terminology, procedures and techniques of Information Security.

Notes :

• It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender, and disability status is required. All applications should be submitted online at: jobs.gauteng.gov.za. CLOSING DATE: 13 October 2023 NOTE: Applications must be submitted on form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) and must be completed in full, and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied must be indicated on your Z83. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying all experience and duties, indicating the respective dates MM/YY as well as indicating references with full contact details). Applicants are not required to submit copies of certificates; only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of certificates. Failure to submit the above information will result in the application not being considered and deemed a regret. General information: Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Gauteng Department of e-Government. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted and the appointment is also subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include but are not limited to security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification, and criminal record. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend to generic SMS competency assessment as mandated by DPSA. Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance. Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Department of e-Government reserves the right to fill or not fill the above-mentioned post.

Employer : Department of e-Government

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 13-10-2023

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.