
Deputy Director: Information Security
Salary or stipendR932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Deputy Director: Information Security. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/22, page 18
- Reference number
- HO 2026/11/29
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026
- Centre
- National Head Office
- Directorate
- Security Standards and Management
What you will need
- 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.
Experience
Recognised Degree or National Diploma in Security Management or relevant qualification. 3-5 managerial experience at an ASD level in a similar environment.
Driver's licence
Valid driver’s licence.
Skills and competencies
- 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.
- Governance principles, risk management principles, conflict management, presentation, time management, report writing and communication skills.
Key responsibilities
- 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.
Additional details
- Grade: National
How to apply
- Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
- Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589
Please note
- Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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