Deputy Director: Information Security
Department of Correctional Services
- Location
- National Head Office, Gauteng
- Salary
- R932 292 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 09 Nov 2026
Posted 7 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Deputy Director for information security at DCS National Head Office, Pretoria
- Diploma or degree in security management or related field
- 3-5 years as a manager at Assistant Director level
- Valid driver's licence
- R932 292 a year
How to apply
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How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/22, ref HO 2026/11/29. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Directorate: Security Standards and Management
Requirements:
Recognised Degree or National Diploma in Security Management or relevant qualification. 3-5 managerial experience at an ASD level in a similar environment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Thorough knowledge of Public Service policies and regulations such as the Promotion of Access to Information Act, White Paper on Corrections and ICT Act. People management and empowerment. Strategic capability and leadership. Programme and project management. Problem solving and analysis. Governance principles, risk management principles, conflict management, presentation, time management, report writing and communication skills.
Duties:
Manage and implement information Security objectives. Develop policies, procedures, standards and strategic operational plans. Research on new trends and development in the field of information security. Liaise, maintain and ensure client service and service delivery. Identify and service clients. Maintain a well-balanced interpersonal relation. Coordinate activities of information management substructure. Implement project plans. Achieve targets set in the project plan. Conduct the risk and threat assessment management. Engage in a comprehensive consultation process before drafting policies. Facilitate assessment of systems. Ensure optimal management of resources. Peoples management: Ensure team work, that officials understand their tasks and optimal utilisation of skills. Management of assets finances.
Notes:
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Reference number: HO 2026/11/29