About the position
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team, passionate about the fight against corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State.
The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the opportunities to serve the Unit:
Description
Main purpose: To proactively identify, analyse and mitigate risks that could impact SIU operations, assets, personnel and information. To lead a team to mitigate the risk and respond to incidents, and also collaborate with other State agencies (State Security Agency SSA), South African Police Service (SAPS, National Prosecution Authority (NPA) and Defence intelligence to address threats and intimidations and recommendations to mitigate the risks.
Key performance areas (Include but are not limited to): Threat Intelligence & Risk Identification. Risk Assessments & Analysis. Security Training & Awareness. Incident Response & Forensics. Vulnerability.
Technical skills: Communication, Presentation. Interpersonal, Risk Management and Risk Management Systems. Report Writing. Planning and organising. Project Management. Relationship Management. Time Management. Investigations. Security Audits and Contingency Planning. Analytical thinking. Contracts Management
Understand threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures in the physical environment, demonstrate your capability in real-world scenarios, and apply structured assessment methods.
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Sound Knowledge of safety and security laws, rules and procedures, including, without limitation, as amended from time to time. Public Finance Management Act. Treasury Regulations. Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector, encompassing public security, including the Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and the Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS). Sound knowledge of SHE legislation. Sound technical knowledge of information system security technology. Sound technical knowledge in security-related systems. Sound knowledge of risk identification and of risk management systems. Understanding of the public sector profile. Advanced MS Office proficiency. Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Result-oriented. Reliable. Integrity. Independent. Seld started. Innovative.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualification and experience: Grade 12 Certificate. PSIRA Certificate Grade A. National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Security Risk Management or Diploma in Policing or related field (NQF6/7). 3 Years of experience in the security-related field, of which 3 years are at a supervisory or management level. SSA Security Advisory/Management course as an added advantage.
PLEASE NOTE:
· The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
· The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
· Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will automatically disqualify candidates.
· All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy, and a favourable end report is essential.
· Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy.
· Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received mean that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
· POPIA disclaimer: In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013, by applying for this position, it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information, and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for purposes other than those for which it was intended.
· The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, in particular Africans, Coloureds and people with disabilities, in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
· The salary offered will be in line with SIU-approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
· The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
· Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
Desired Skills:
- PRISA
- Threat Intelligenc
- Risk Identification
