Deputy Director : Security Operations

City of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Johannesburg is looking for a Deputy Director: Security Operations. This role requires designing and implementing ICT security policies and managing security requirements. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and extensive experience in the ICT Security industry. The ideal applicant will enhance security compliance and effectiveness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate; plus Degree in Computer Science (NQF level 7), IT, B tech or relevant qualification.
• Certificate in Systems security (CISM, CISSP, etc.).
• 7 – 9 years of relevant experience with 4 years at the middle management level working in the ICT Security industry.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement ICT security policies and programs using best practice frameworks.
• Coordinate and manage security requirements associated with IT.
• Oversee the planning, design and implementation of cybersecurity measures including access control systems.

Job description

Overview

Job title : Deputy Director : Security Operations

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : October 18, 2025

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Grade 12 / Matric Certificate; plus Degree in Computer Science (NQF level 7), IT, B tech or relevant qualification;
• Certificate in Systems security (CISM, CISSP, etc.)
• 7 – 9 years of relevant experience with 4 years at the middle management level working in the ICT Security industry preferably I Local Government;
• Valid driver’s license.

Primary Function

• Design, develop and implement ICT security policies and programs across the enterprise, using best practice frameworks, guidelines and standards, This includes providing objectives assessments of the company’s compliance to legislation governing information security and privacy. Direct information security awareness programs across the city enterprise.

Key Performance Areas

• Provide IT security strategic planning and support;
• Coordinate and manage security requirements associated with IT;
• Oversee the planning, design and implementation of cybersecurity measures including access control systems and emergency response protocols;
• Assist the Director ICT Security with implementing security systems that will enhance administrative and technology effectiveness ;
• Ensure all security risk are identified, evaluated and mitigated to protect organizational assets;
• Improve employees knowledge and compline with cybersecurity;
• To systematically track, evaluate and report on ICT Security unit performance against defined Key performance indicators (KPIs) ensuring accurate, timely and transparent insights that support evidence-based decision-making, enhance accountability, and drive continuous improvement;