Divisional Head : Security Integrity Management / Pretoria

Rooftop Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security firm is looking for a strategic leader to oversee security integrity management services. This role involves managing security investigations, personnel vetting, and due diligence within the organization. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security risk management, with at least ten years of experience and a postgraduate qualification. The position demands a collaborative approach and strong decision-making skills, aimed at ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in security and/or security risk management.
• At least five years in a senior management position.
• Sound knowledge of security investigations and personnel vetting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for security integrity management services.
• Manage divisional operations to meet strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop security policies.

Skills

Security investigations

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Communication

Education

Honours degree / Postgraduate Diploma (NQF8) in relevant field

Job description

Description

The main purpose of this position is to provide leadership and strategic direction as well as manage the provision of security integrity management services within the SARB Group. This includes the provision and oversight of security investigations, security personnel vetting, project security, due diligence and integrity management.

• Oversee the functions of the division (i.e. security investigations, security personnel vetting, project security, due diligence and integrity management) to ensure effective delivery.
• Provide input into the departmental strategy and policy in line with the South African Reserve Banks (SARB) strategy, and communicate and clarify the vision and strategic goals of the department to own team.
• Develop and implement policies for the division in line with the departmental strategy.
• Develop and implement the divisional operational plan to ensure strategic and operational objectives are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedures and audit findings to mitigate risk in the division.
• Oversee the management of all personnel and resources allocated to the division.
• Create a performance culture in the division, define performance expectations and conduct effective performance management of direct reports.
• Oversee the prioritisation of work and resource utilisation.
• Oversee the divisional costs, ensuring alignment with related functions and the organisational value chain.
• Oversee and authorise the provision of management information for the decision‑making purposes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and enforce security policies and procedures that align with organisational goals and industry best practices.
• Provide expert guidance on security matters to project teams and stakeholders, ensuring that security considerations are integrated into project planning and execution.
• Develop and provide reports on due diligence and personnel risk to senior management and relevant committees.

Requirements

an Honours degree / Postgraduate Diploma (NQF8) in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Social Science (Psychology / Sociology / Criminology) or an equivalent qualification;

a minimum of 10 years experience in security and / or security risk management with at least five years in a senior management position; and sound knowledge and experience in areas such as security investigations, personnel security vetting, project security, due diligence and integrity management, and stakeholder engagement.

The following would be an added advantage :

• Successfully completed a Senior Management Development Programme
• leading change
• strategic thinking
• Building and maintaining trust
• Developing and empowering others
• Fostering diversity and inclusion
• Leading teams through effective communication and collaboration
• Managing complexity and ambiguity
• Building and maintaining relationships
• Drive for results; and sound judgement and decision‑making skills.