Strategic Security Systems Lead

Bright City Talent; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright City Talent seeks a senior security leader to shape and manage strategic security infrastructure for a financial institution. You will oversee physical and electronic security systems, governance, and risk-management initiatives while leading a high-performing team.

Role focuses on ensuring system integrity, reliability, and alignment with security objectives, with budget oversight across multiple entities in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• NQF 8 qualification or Honours in Information Technology/Security Systems Management/Electronics Security Systems or related
• Proven leadership and management experience in security infrastructure
• Experience in financial or high-security environments
• Knowledge of governance, security incident management, relevant legislation and regulations, and SANS standards
• Budget management experience with a focus on operational efficiency
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead the management, maintenance, and continuous improvement of physical and electronic security systems to ensure integrity, reliability, and readiness.
• Develop governance frameworks that ensure all security systems are operational and aligned with security objectives.
• Oversee proactive maintenance across all entities to minimize downtime and improve system availability.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of security system information, track anomalies, and coordinate resolutions of failures.
• Implement operational risk management strategies for electronic security infrastructure and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Compile, analyze, and report security system performance metrics to support strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop a skilled security systems team, fostering continuous improvement and growth.
• Contribute to lifecycle analysis, research, and design processes for fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Manage the security department’s budgets and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Job description

Bright City Talent seeks a senior security leader to shape and manage strategic security infrastructure for a financial institution. You will oversee physical and electronic security systems, governance, and risk-management initiatives while leading a high-performing team.

Role focuses on ensuring system integrity, reliability, and alignment with security objectives, with budget oversight across multiple entities in a demanding environment.