Director Information Security Management

The Government Pensions Administration Agency; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 266 000 - 1 493 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency located in Pretoria is looking for a Chief Director: Client Relations Management. The role focuses on ensuring customer satisfaction and requires a relevant degree along with 5 years of managerial experience in IT management or cyber security. The selected candidate will implement security management strategies and monitor operational plans. Competitive salary between R1,266,714 and R1,492,122 per annum is offered for this permanent position.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level in IT management or cyber security.
• Strong background in incident management and risk management.
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislative requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of the Information Security Management strategy.
• Monitor the operational plan to achieve GPAA's strategic objectives.

Skills

Computer literacy

Knowledge of Benefits Administration

Strategic capability

Risk management

Emotional intelligence

Education

Relevant Degree/BTech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Cyber Security (NQF level 7)

Tools

Vulnerability scanning tools

Incident management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location : Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Application Deadline : January 30, 2026

• The purpose of the role is: To ensure customer satisfaction and build sustainable business relationships, by providing an effective and efficient interface between the GEPF and NTs’ members, pensioners, employers and Government.
• One position of Chief Director: Client Relations Management currently available at Client Relations Management unit in GPAA.
• This position will be filled as a permanent position. SALARY : R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package)
• CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office

REQUIREMENTS :

• A relevant Degree/BTech in Computer Science/Information Technology/ Cyber Security (NQF level 7) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA with 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level in Performing IT management or cyber security with a strong background in incident management, risk management and security architecture.
• Computer literacy which includes a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of Benefits Administration. Knowledge of relevant Legislative requirements and GPAA policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the industry. Knowledge of Financial management including budgeting and forecasting. Knowledge of Pension Fund regulations and rules. Compliance management. Knowledge of relevant systems.
• Strategic capability. Cloud and wireless security. Service frameworks, standards and technologies. Programme and project management. People management and empowerment. Risk management.
• Compliance frameworks and control best practices. Anti-virus, anti-spam, internet filtering and patch management tools. Intrusion detection/prevention systems. System technology security testing (vulnerability scanning and penetration testing).
• Documenting security architecture and plans. Respect. Service excellence. Integrity. Transparency.
• Courtesy. Emotional intelligence. Team player. Analytical.

DUTIES :

• The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which includes but are not limited to the following: Manage the implementation of the Information Security Management strategy: Monitor the implementation of the operational plan for the Directorate to support the achievement of GPAA’s strategic objectives.