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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ICT SECURITY

Independent Police Investigative Directorate

Reference number
Q9/2026/49
Salary
R487 197 per annum
Centre
National Office
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
23 October 2026
Circular
No 36 of 2026

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Requirements

An NQF level 7 qualification in ICT as recognized by SAQA or related field. 3-5 years’ working experience in ICT security environment. Knowledge Requirements: Knowledge and understanding of government regulations / prescripts / policies. Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies relating to ICT. Knowledge of Firewall systems. Knowledge on network monitoring tools. Knowledge and understanding of DMZ Zone. Knowledge of ICT Security audit including server room compliance standards, Knowledge of Hacking/penetration test. Knowledge of different software systems and components. Knowledge of software and hardware configurations. Knowledge of desktops, server hardware and software. Ability to evaluate documentation. Knowledge of software application systems. Knowledge of back-up and recovery systems. Knowledge of disaster recovery testing and business continuity. Understanding of ICT network infrastructure and other related matters. Skills and Competencies: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated customer service skills and focus. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects. Ability to think and act tactically. Interpersonal skills. Project management skills. Troubleshooting skills. Presentation Skills. Skill to analyse and evaluate systems, data, etc.

Duties

Coordinate ICT Security operations: Administer and monitor firewall activities, provide monthly and quarterly reports, Monitor ICT security compliance with departmental policies, procedures and prescripts, Monitor the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on the network and generate reports. Administer and monitor user activity on the network and reporting any violations. Protect data and system integrity: Conduct network penetration and detection/prevention tests and submit monthly reports. Conduct back-ups testing for integrity and restore purposes. Verify that all systems and equipment on the Disaster Recovery (DR) site are updated in line with the Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP). Verify that archiving of emails is properly conducted for both outgoing and incoming communications. Update software and hardware systems and equipment at the DR site. Conduct ICT security risk and Compliance: Identify and report on ICT security risks and threats and escalate complicated matters. Compile monthly and quarterly reports. Identify information assets (ICT Systems), potential threats and vulnerability. Evaluate ICT systems quarterly (software & hardware) and submit reports. Conduct market research and benchmarking on ICT security Technologies to improve services and submit reports. Document all ICT security –related changes on system/networks and implementation. Provide ICT security input for network upgrades, design and installations. Respond to security related queries and solve them. Implement systems and conduct Application Testing: Publish approved projects to the web application for processing and implementation. Test new software and applications before deployment to ensure compliance. Certify software and hardware before installation or implementation. Manage resources and Record-keeping: Conduct maintenance and awareness campaigns on ICT security matters. Update all ICT security equipment and software records in registers. Verify equipment and software for disposal to ensure compliance with policies and prescripts.

Where to send your application

Independent Police Investigative Directorate, National Office Private Bag X941, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Benstra Building, 473 Stanza Bopape & Church Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, or email Recruitment14@ipid.gov.za (Please indicate the post name and reference number on the subject line) when applying through e-mail. FOR ATTENTION : Mr. DS Baloyi Tel No: (012) 399 0202

Enquiries

Mr. T Moletsane Tel No: (012) 399 0016

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 9 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 October 2026.

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