DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION SECURITY

This position offers an opportunity for an experienced security management professional to serve as Deputy Director: Information Security within the Security Standards and Management directorate at the National Head Office of the Department of Correctional Services. The role sits at a strategic level, tasked with safeguarding the department’s information assets and ensuring that security practices align with broader public service legislation and correctional service objectives. As a deputy director, the incumbent will be expected to provide leadership in developing and implementing information security frameworks, while also managing people, projects and resources within a structured government environment.

Candidates must hold a recognised degree or national diploma in Security Management or a relevant equivalent qualification. In addition, applicants need between three and five years of managerial experience at an Assistant Director level or similar within a comparable environment. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of key public service policies and regulations, including the Promotion of Access to Information Act, the White Paper on Corrections and the ICT Act. Strong competencies in people management, strategic capability, programme and project management, problem solving, governance, risk management, conflict management, presentation, time management, report writing and communication are also required.

The core duties involve managing and implementing information security objectives, developing policies, procedures, standards and strategic operational plans, and researching new trends in the information security field. The role requires ongoing liaison with clients to maintain service delivery and identify service needs, as well as fostering sound interpersonal relationships. The deputy director will coordinate the activities of the information management substructure, implement project plans and ensure that targets are achieved. Risk and threat assessment management is a key responsibility, alongside facilitating system assessments and engaging in comprehensive consultation processes before policies are drafted. The position also entails ensuring optimal management of resources, including assets and finances, and providing people management by promoting teamwork, clarifying task expectations and making the best use of staff skills.

This is an appointment under the Public Service Act, and the post is graded accordingly. The role is based at the National Head Office, and interested candidates should note that the department requires applications to be submitted through its official online careers portal, as no other submission methods are accepted. This is a demanding but rewarding role for a security professional seeking to contribute to the integrity and resilience of correctional services information systems.