Manager : Security Technology

Rand Refinery; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology firm in Gauteng is seeking a Manager for their Security Technology Division. The role involves leading initiatives to align security technology with overall protection strategies, overseeing systems like access control and CCTV, and ensuring collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical and leadership skills along with relevant qualification and experience. Competitive salary and benefits to be negotiated.

Qualifications

• Minimum of years of experience in security operations or security technology.
• Strong knowledge of current security technologies and best practices.
• Knowledge of installation, configuration and management of security systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and manage security technology initiatives.
• Design and execute security strategies integrating physical and technological solutions.
• Oversee deployment, maintenance and optimisation of technical security systems.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments.

Skills

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft suite

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Project management skills

Planning and organising skills

Education

Completed Matric qualification

Diploma or higher relevant to the role

Tools

SAP

Job description

Vacancy: Manager – Security Technology Division: Security Operations Job Grade: D – Lower Job Type: Permanent Closing Date: 18 October

Salary: Salary and benefits will be negotiated in line with relevant experience and qualifications.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this role is to lead, coordinate, and manage security technology initiatives to ensure that they are effectively aligned with the overall protection strategy of the company.

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The role also serves as the bridge between physical security protocols and advanced security technologies, ensuring the safety and integrity of the organization's personnel, assets, and information through the strategic deployment of technology and operational excellence.
• Design and execute security strategies that integrate physical and technological solutions, safeguarding Rand Refinery's assets against evolving threats.
• Oversee the effective deployment, maintenance, and optimisation of technical security systems such as access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarms.
• Collaborate with IT and facilities management to ensure alignment and integration of security policies, procedures and infrastructure.
• Continuously assess and recommend new security technologies to enhance Rand Refinery's security posture.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments of areas, thereby treating risks to the company.
• Prepare and deliver regular, accurate, and actionable reports on the effectiveness of security operations and technology deployments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Completed Matric qualification.
• A Diploma or higher relevant to the role.
• Minimum of years of experience in security operations or security technology.

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Intermediate proficiency – Microsoft suite (Excel, Email, Word) and SAP.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to lead teams.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Project management skills.
• Planning and organising skills.Ability to identify and solve problems.

KNOWLEDGE

• Strong knowledge of current security technologies and best practices in both physical and cyber domains.
• Knowledge of installation, configuration and management of security systems.
• Strong knowledge of operational security and security practices.
• SHEQ knowledge – understand and apply relevant SHEQ practices and procedures.