DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION SECURITY

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Security Standards and Management

Reference number: HO 2026/11/29
Salary: R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: National Head Office
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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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.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.