Information Security Officer

Overview

Information Security Officer needed in Pretoria to implement document security and information management controls within the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements: Applicant must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Management / Records Management / Security Management (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in relevant working environment.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Job related knowledge: Knowledge of information security, records management, and minimum information standards.
• Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written), Facilitation, Report writing, Interpersonal relations and analytical.
• Must be able to travel extensively.

Duties

• Perform document/information management control.
• Implement Document and Information Security in terms of MISS.
• Monitor and inspect the movement of information within DLRRD.
• Implement standards for ensuring controlled access of information.
• Implement departmental security policies and standard operating procedures.
• Develop standard operating procedures in line with MISS.
• Ensure classification of sensitive information in line with MISS.
• Ensure that all officials complete declaration of secrecy forms.
• Perform security audits.
• Perform after-hours inspections.
• Report incidents pertaining to information security.
• Ensure that all officials complete declaration of secrecy forms.
• Facilitate Communication Security through SSA.
• Conduct ad hoc Registries Security inspection in line with MISS.
• Integrated Security Strategy of DLRRD in line with MISS and MPSS.
• Conduct Information Security Awareness.
• Conduct induction presentations to newly appointed officials.
• Conduct feedback sessions on Security Audit and Assessments.
• Conduct Integrated Security Awareness.
• Develop an awareness pamphlet and ensure communication.
• Develop and Communicate Information Security Plans.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or by email to Post233@dlrrd.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms K Rathokolo Tel No: (012) 312 8567

Notes

EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males, Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. All shortlisted candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidates suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to the high volume of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. OTHER POSTS