12 Months - Ops Specialist : Security Analyst Vacancy

Centrax Digital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A security solutions provider in Johannesburg is looking for a professional to provide analytical and administrative support by managing and analyzing physical security data nationally. The role involves effective reporting, contract administration, and operational support within security operations to enhance the overall security posture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a physical security, administrative, or analyst role.
• Demonstrated experience in compiling management reports and working with large datasets.
• Knowledge of procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze physical security data for reporting.
• Administer security systems databases and coordinate user access.
• Maintain performance records and track compliance.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of physical security technologies

Education

NQF 4: Grade 12

Post-matric certificate in Security Administration

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Responsible for providing analytical, administrative, and operational support to management by collecting, managing, and analysing physical security data across sites nationally. The incumbent will ensure effective information flow, accurate reporting, documentation, and the coordination of security operations projects, contracts, and technology systems to strengthen overall physical security posture.

Responsibilities

• Security Data Management and Reporting: Collect, validate, and analyze physical security data (e.g., incidents, patrol reports, system events, and contractor performance). Develop dashboards and compile regular reports for the Executive: Corporate Security, including trends, risks, response time metrics, and contractor compliance. Maintain databases for incident tracking, system audits, and access control metrics.
• Physical Security Systems Support: Administer security systems databases, including access control platforms (e.g., Babylon, Gallagher); CCTV analytics, intrusion systems, and alarm reports. Coordinate user access and permissions, maintain asset and user logs, and track system uptime and faults. Log and track service provider maintenance and repairs across all security technologies.
• Contract Administration and Support: Maintain a central register of physical security contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), performance records, and expiry schedules. Assist with vendor performance analysis and track penalty clauses, deviations, or outstanding deliverables. Support procurement and budgeting processes through data preparation and cost tracking.
• Operational Support: Coordinate national and regional site security surveys, assessments, and compliance inspections. Prepare presentations, briefing packs, and audit files for use by the Corporate Security Executive. Track implementation of security recommendations, infrastructure upgrades, and risk mitigations.
• Compliance and Policy Monitoring: Monitor adherence to physical security SOPs, security frameworks, and security governance frameworks. Provide administrative support during internal audits, SAPS inspections, or regulator reviews. Ensure secure filing and version control of all security policies, contracts, manuals, and site reports.

Functional Knowledge

Incident & Threat Analysis; Experience in analysing incident data, access logs, and audit trails to identify risks and trends; Exposure to Security Environment and understanding of; Incident reporting tools (e.g., Online Intelligence), capturing and updating of investigation registers, update SAPS case records and cases at the courts; Exposure to Financials, costing and spending and understanding of procurement processes; Maintaining dashboards and compile incident / statistics reports.

Functional Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI (or similar reporting tools); Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and structured approach to documentation; Knowledge of physical security technologies and control room systems (preferred); Interpersonal and communication skills for engaging stakeholders across levels.

Competencies (Behaviour)

Professionalism; Integrity; Emotional maturity; Trustworthiness; Team player; Managing tasks; Seizing opportunities; Challenging ideas; Showing composure; Values Aligned with company Values.

Competencies

• Creating and Maintaining Networks
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions
• Managing Risk
• Resolving Conflict

Education

NQF 4 : Grade 12 and relevant modular training

Additional Information

Qualifications and experience :

Post-matric certificate in Security Administration, Office Administration, or knowledge / certification of IT Systems will be an advantage. Experience in a physical security, administrative, or analyst role. Demonstrated experience in compiling management reports and working with large datasets. Experience in corporate or critical infrastructure security is an advantage.

Special Requirements :

Ability to work with large data. Proficient in MS Excel and the rest of the MS Office suite.