Deputy Director: Security Management ServicesPretoria
Closes Friday 20 November 2026 at 16:30
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Senior management post running security for a national department in Pretoria. Suits a security manager with an NQF 7 qualification and at least 5 years' security experience, 3 of them supervisory.
- Manages department security operations, physical security, the contingency plan and vetting processes.
- Oversees outsourced security guard services, including monthly meetings with service providers and contract checks.
- Must have an NQF 7 qualification in security or safety management (or a related field) and 5 years' security experience, 3 of them supervisory.
- Needs practical knowledge of MISS and MPSS standards, plus a valid driver's licence (persons with disabilities that prevent driving are still considered).
- Based in Pretoria.
- Apply by email, quoting reference DT63/2026. No closing date is stated in the text.
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Requirements
- A recognized 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 level.
- Practical experience in the implementation Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
- Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS).
- Security Managers Course will be an added advantage.
- Administrative procedures.
- Security-related policies and procedures.
- Minimum physical Security Standards.
- Control of Access to Public Premises Act.
- National Key Points Act.
- POPIA.
- Public Financial Management (PFMA).
- Supply Chain Management.
- Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
- Public Service act and Regulations.
- Good communication skills.
- Computer Literacy.
- Organising and Planning.
- Report writing skills.
- Good interpersonal relations skills.
- Occupational Health and Safety.
- Project Management.
- Financial Management.
- Listening skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Investigation skills.
- A valid driver’s licence (Persons with disabilities that prevent them from driving will still be considered).
Duties
- 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.
How to apply
Email application: Recruitment6326@tourism.gov.za
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Enquiries
Mr M Mohlabeng Tel No: (012) 444 6222
Notes from the department
EE Requirements: Coloured Male and White Male candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
As printed in Circular 40 of 2026 · page 114 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 40/130: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECURITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO: DT63/2026 SALARY: R932 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) CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: A recognized 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 level. Practical experience in the implementation Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS). Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS). Security Managers Course will be an added advantage. Administrative procedures. Security-related policies and procedures. Minimum physical Security Standards. Control of Access to Public Premises Act. National Key Points Act. POPIA. Public Financial Management (PFMA). Supply Chain Management. Occupational Health and Safety Act. Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Public Service act and Regulations. Good communication skills. Computer Literacy. Organising and Planning. Report writing skills. Good interpersonal relations skills. Occupational Health and Safety. Project Management. Financial Management. Listening skills. Analytical skills. Investigation skills. A valid driver’s licence (Persons with disabilities that prevent them from driving will still be considered). DUTIES: 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. ENQUIRIES: Mr M Mohlabeng Tel No: (012) 444 6222 APPLICATIONS: Email application: Recruitment6326@tourism.gov.za NOTE: EE Requirements: Coloured Male and White Male candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.