
Deputy Director: Security Management Services
Salary or stipendR932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to the MMS dispensation)
The Department of Tourism is looking for a Deputy Director: Security Management Services. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng Department Of Health.
Source: DPSA Circular 40 of 2026Post 40/130, page 115
- Reference number
- DT63/2026
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng Department Of Health
- Closing date
- 27 November 2026
- Job level
- Practical experience in the implementation Minimum
- Centre
- Pretoria
Experience
A recognised NQF 7 qualification in in Security Management / Safety Management or other related qualifications. 5 years relevant experience in a security management environment, of which 3 years must be at a supervisory
Key responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be responsible for managing operations, physical security, and the implementation of the contingency plan in the department
- Reviewing and update the security operations manual
- Ensuring that physical security is delivered in line with Departmental Security policy
- Maintaining an updated security plan for the department
- Ensuring provision of reception services
- Conducting security inspections on all security points
- Creating security registers to ensure proper record-keeping
- Inspecting security personnel on duty
- Maintaining an updated Security Operational Plan
- Monitoring security personnel overtime and submit claims for overtime and shift allowances for approval
- Reviewing security policy
- Reviewing and assess security services rendered
- Evaluating performance of all subordinates
- Maintaining and update the contingency plan
- Providing input to the development and updating of the Business Continuity Plan
- Conducting regular tests on all security equipment
- Identifying training needs for operational security personnel
- Identifying risks and threats to the security of the department as well as the department’s capability to counter security threats
- Conducting physical appraisals in compliance with MISS and MPSS
- Conducting threat and risk assessments
- Conducting key audits and ensure that registers are maintained
- Coordinating implementation of security contingency plan
- Managing the execution of fieldwork investigations and conduct preliminary investigations into all reported security breaches within the department
- Establishing, develop system and processes that will ensure compliance in relation to the relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures of personnel security
- Managing and provide a security vetting capacity in accordance with the National Vetting Legislative Framework
- Managing and co-ordinate the execution of security vetting practices in accordance with, and in consultation with, the State Security Agency (SSA)
- Managing supportive administrative systems, channels and infrastructure to comply with vetting requirements
- Conducting security preliminary investigations
- Compiling report on security breaches
- Submitting investigation reports for inspection
- Reporting breaches to the South African Police Service
- Managing Information Security in the Department in accordance with prescribed security procedures, rules and regulations
- Managing Information Security in the Department
- Monitoring Communication and IT security in the Department
- Developing and implementation of security risk management programmes within the Department
- Managing document security in the Department
- Assisting in managing the Personnel Suitability checks
- Information security awareness programmes within the Department
- Managing and inspection of outsourced security service to ensure compliance with departmental standards and contractual requirements
- Supervising and monitor private security service providers, ensuring effective deployment and performance of security personnel
- Conducting monthly performance meetings with security service providers and prepare and submit accurate meeting minutes and report to management
- Ensuring effective contract management of outsourced security guard service in accordance with the Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- Monitoring service provider performance, identify non- compliance or operational gaps, and facilitate corrective actions where required
- Verifying that contracted security service are delivered efficiently, Consistently, and in line with agreed service standards and contractual obligations.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
Email application: [email protected]
- Application method: Email
- Email: [email protected]
- Enquiries: Mr M Mohlabeng
- Telephone: (012) 444 6222
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