59 Security Support jobs in South Africa

Job Title

Assistant Director: Technical Security Services (post level 7) Job ID: 6240

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People & Operations -> Protection Services

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

12/9/2025

Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID 6207. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter motivating your application
• Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and ensure implementation of service standards for technical security services.
• Monitor and evaluate multiple contractors' performance, enforce service levels, and address non-compliance.
• Oversee contract renewals and cost-benefit analysis to ensure the sustainability of technical security infrastructure for all long-term contracts.
• Align contract planning with institutional annual funding and strategic priorities.
• Develop project briefs and technical scopes, including the approval of project planning before execution.
• Lead and coordinate the development of business cases relating to technical security services.
• Manage Technical Security projects through the full lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and closure.
• Develop and manage security system design and installation projects from concept to commissioning.
• Develop and draft technical specifications, drawings, and enforce technical specifications and compliance checklists for all security systems.
• Establish requirements for security systems, viz, video surveillance, motion detection, facial recognition, CCTV cameras, etc., to ensure installation and operation.
• Ensure the integration of security systems, technologies and the activation of Artificial Intelligence capability across the institution's security infrastructure.
• Manage server infrastructure, network, data archiving and monitor infrastructure systems health.
• Develop and enforce access control policies aligned with university risk profiles and operational needs.
• Conduct routine audits and maintain servers and workstations, ensuring uptime and data integrity and provide engineering solutions.
• Approve card applications and manage access profile requests in accordance with departmental requirements and authorisation levels.
• Provides inputs towards the budgeting process, assumptions and forecasts aligned with operational needs.
• Manage staff in accordance with the UFS HR policies.
• Manage procurement processes for the Technical Security Services section.

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 or a three (3) year National Diploma on NQF Level 6 in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Valid PSIRA Grade B registration (attach a copy) or undertaking to obtain the registration within six (6) months after appointment.
• A valid code 8 driver's licence (attach a copy).
• Minimum of four (4) years' relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:

• Higher education sector experience.
• Avigilon and any other recognised CCTV cameras certification (attach proof).
• Project Management certificate (attach proof).
• Registration with a professional body such as Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)(attach proof).
• Impro certification (IXP400 & Impro Portal)(attach proof).
• Knowledge in conducting physical security assessments.
• Knowledge of intruder and fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of electric fence installations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Access Control systems.

Competencies

Required competencies:

• Results Orientated:
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

• Strategic Thinking:

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

• Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

• Building Coalitions:

• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties:

As soon as possible

Closing date:

12 September 2025

Salary:

The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits:

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact or email or Additionally, kindly contact / 9813/ 9814 for assistance.

General:

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Invitation to join the AM Security Services Learnership Programme 2025/2026 – Centurion Gauteng

The aim of our Learnership Programme is to award learning opportunities in the Private Security Industry to unemployed South Africans between the ages of 18 – 30 years. Black, Indian and Coloured Males and Females and welcome to apply,

Learnerships are learning programmes that lead to an occupational qualification. This includes classroom-based learning at the institute and on-the-job training

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the Private Security Industry. We are passionate about building tomorrow's future leaders.

The qualification will provide the learner with the required knowledge, practical skills and workplace-based experience to prepare the learner to operate as a Security Officer.

Requirements

• Must not be employed.
• Must not be enrolled with any institution for a qualification nor be registered in any other Learnership Programme.
• Must have a Matric (Grade 12) with English and a minimum of Level 4 in ALL the subjects
• Must be a South African citizen and be in possession of a valid SA ID.
• Applicants must be between 18 and 3o years of age.
• No criminal Record
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Computer Skills (MS Office, E-mail and Internet) will be an advantage
• The ability to work independently and show initiative.
• Reside close to Centurion

For People With Disabilities (PWDS)
Proof of disability (Doctor's Certificate/report or signed ITRDD13 by a registered medical doctor) MUST accompany the application

Closing Date: 13 June 2025

We are looking forward to receiving your application.

Ensures that the Pep stores security systems in the stores are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards.

Monitoring of store security systems of Pep in the central inhouse control room. Timely response and reporting of incidents within the Pep store environment. Ensures that the Pep stores security systems are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards. Where applicable set up and link to a central inhouse control room to address criminal activity incidents within the store environment in order to decrease losses for Pep.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitoring of all security systems of PEP
• Assisting alarm and CCTV technicians with remote support on alarms and CCTV systems
• Add/change alarm and safe pin codes
• Administration of "in store" safe requirements
• Fail to close monitoring
• Fail to open monitoring
• Updating of department technical tracker sheet
• Create work orders on issues not resolved
• Escalation of technical issues as and when required
• Auditing of store alarm and cctv programming and setup
• Conducting basic technical assistance on all store related alarm and CCTV issues
• Managing relevant technical WhatsApp groups

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• PSIRA Grade B
• 3-5 years experience in a security, technical environment
• Experience working with Patriot Monitoring Software (or similar monitoring software)
• Knowledge of Texecom alarm systems working with back end solutions (Wintex, Maintex)
• Knowledge of Hikvision systems back end solutions. Remote system programming and monitoring
• Knowledge of Networks and IT (will be an advantage)

Competencies: Integrity, Assertiveness, Listening Skills, Cooperation, Telephone etiquette and Situational Awareness, technical aptitude, Accuracy

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

About SPARK Schools

SPARK Schools is a network of affordable private schools implementing Africa's first blended learning model for primary school students in South Africa. SPARK Schools provide transformational education innovation through our blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.

SPARK Schools has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools' vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.

The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families in 2025. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To: Receptionist and Personal Assistant

Purpose of Role:

A SPARK Schools' security guards ensure that the SPARK Support Office space and facilities remain safe and secure during operational hours. They protect the property, staff, and assets from potential threats and breaches by conducting regular patrols and remaining vigilant of their surroundings.

They act as the first responders in any emergency situation and document any incidents that may occur on our premises. Security guards are integral to the SPARK Schools culture and to our commitment to providing a world-class learning environment for both scholars and staff.

Responsibilities:

• The opening and/or closing of the SPARK Support office and associated facilities daily, ensuring that the alarm is deactivated and armed correctly at the beginning and the end of the shift.
• Ensure the safety and security of all students, staff, and visitors on site by patrolling the grounds and monitoring access points.
• Conduct onsite monitoring, including the escorting staff and visitors from the parking lot to the Support entrance.
• Assist all visitors who arrive to the Support offices by welcoming them, receiving their personal details, providing a guest pass, and directing them to the relevant staff members.
• Assist visitors as they leave the office by helping them return their guest pass and sign out.
• Adhere to the safety and security procedures of SPARK.
• Report safety and security issues to the Receptionist and Personal Assistant, and the Regional Facilities Manager, including the arrival of suspicious persons, the delivery of suspicious packages, the loitering of people in close proximity to office grounds, or any suspicious behaviour by members of staff or visitors.
• Assist with ad hoc operational tasks, such as moving furniture, working with maintenance and gardening suppliers, collaborating with facilities maintenance staff, or setting up for events.
• Complete weekly shifts that are inclusive of alternating Saturdays.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with support staff as required.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
• Conduct themself in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency
• Police clearance certificate
• Grade 12 certificate
• Grade level B or C security certificate
• PSiRA registration

Experience

• Previous security experience.

Skills and Mindset

• Grit: Persistence through challenges.
• Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
• Mission and Vision Alignment: Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
• Self­ Reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and opportunities.

SPARK offers:

• fair market linked remuneration

• performance-based annual bonuses and increases

• above average/good annual leave

• life, disability and funeral cover

• employee wellness support

• educational support & study leave

• individualized professional development, support and mentorship

• employee discount on school fees

• opportunities for career growth

Compensation: R5,614.31 ctc p/m

Position Type: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg Region

• SPARK Support Office

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company's Employment Equity goals and targets.

SPARK schools encourages persons with disabilities to apply.

SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.

Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

Ensures that the Pep stores security systems in the stores are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards. 

Monitoring of store security systems of Pep in the central inhouse control room. Timely response and reporting of incidents within the Pep store environment. Ensures that the Pep stores security systems are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards.  Where applicable set up and link to a central inhouse control room to address criminal activity incidents within the store environment in order to decrease losses for Pep.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

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  Monitoring of all  security systems of PEP

  
  


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  Assisting alarm and CCTV technicians with remote support on alarms and CCTV systems

  
  


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  Add/change alarm and safe pin codes

  
  


• 
  

  Administration of “in store” safe requirements

  
  


• 
  

  Fail to close monitoring

  
  


• 
  

  Fail to open monitoring

  
  


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  Updating of department technical tracker sheet 

  
  


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  Create work orders on issues not resolved

  
  


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  Escalation of technical issues as and when required

  
  


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  Auditing of store alarm and cctv programming and setup

  
  


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  Conducting basic technical assistance on all store related alarm and CCTV issues

  
  


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  Managing relevant technical WhatsApp groups

  
  

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS: 

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  Grade 12

  
  


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  PSIRA Grade B

  
  


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  3-5 years experience in a security, technical environment

  
  


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  Experience working with Patriot Monitoring Software (or similar monitoring software)

  
  


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  Knowledge of Texecom alarm systems working with back end solutions (Wintex, Maintex) 

  
  


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  Knowledge of Hikvision systems back end solutions. Remote system programming and  monitoring 

  
  


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  Knowledge of Networks and IT (will be an advantage)

  
  

Competencies:  Integrity, Assertiveness, Listening Skills, Cooperation, Telephone etiquette  and  Situational Awareness, technical aptitude, Accuracy

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

About SPARK Schools
SPARK Schools is a network of affordable private schools implementing Africa's first blended learning model for primary school students in South Africa. SPARK Schools provide transformational education innovation through our blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively.

SPARK Schools has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools' vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant/cheerful, fast-paced/dynamic, engaging/stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven.

The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all.

SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families in 2025. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team.

Reports To:
Receptionist and Personal Assistant

Purpose of Role:
A SPARK Schools' security guards ensure that the SPARK Support Office space and facilities remain safe and secure during operational hours. They protect the property, staff, and assets from potential threats and breaches by conducting regular patrols and remaining vigilant of their surroundings.

They act as the first responders in any emergency situation and document any incidents that may occur on our premises. Security guards are integral to the SPARK Schools culture and to our commitment to providing a world-class learning environment for both scholars and staff.

Requirements
Responsibilities:

• The opening and/or closing of the SPARK Support office and associated facilities daily, ensuring that the alarm is deactivated and armed correctly at the beginning and the end of the shift
• Ensure the safety and security of all students, staff, and visitors on site by patrolling the grounds and monitoring access points
• Conduct onsite monitoring, including the escorting staff and visitors from the parking lot to the Support entrance
• Assist all visitors who arrive to the Support offices by welcoming them, receiving their personal details, providing a guest pass, and directing them to the relevant staff members.
• Assist visitors as they leave the office by helping them return their guest pass and sign out
• Adhere to the safety and security procedures of SPARK
• Report safety and security issues to the Receptionist and Personal Assistant, and the Regional Facilities Manager, including the arrival of suspicious persons, the delivery of suspicious packages, the loitering of people in close proximity to office grounds, or any suspicious behaviour by members of staff or visitors.
• Assist with ad hoc operational tasks, such as moving furniture, working with maintenance and gardening suppliers, collaborating with facilities maintenance staff, or setting up for events
• Complete weekly shifts that are inclusive of alternating Saturdays
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with support staff as required.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
• Conduct themself in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• English language fluency
• Police clearance certificate
• Grade 12 certificate
• Grade level B or C security certificate
• PSiRA registration

Experience

• Previous security experience.

Skills And Mindset

• Grit: Persistence through challenges.
• Excellence: A track record of high expectations personally and professionally.
• Mission and Vision Alignment: Understanding of and passion for the SPARK Schools mission to provide excellent education at an affordable cost.
• Self­ Reflection: Finding the capacity to bring your best self to challenges and opportunities

Benefits
SPARK offers:

• fair market linked remuneration
• performance-based annual bonuses and increases
• above average/good annual leave
• life, disability and funeral cover
• employee wellness support
• educational support & study leave
• individualized professional development, support and mentorship
• employee discount on school fees
• opportunities for career growth

Compensation: R5,614.31 ctc p/m
Position Type
: Temporary

Location
: Johannesburg Region

• SPARK Support Office

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company's Employment Equity goals and targets.
SPARK Schools Encourages Persons With Disabilities To Apply.
SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion.
Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.

Purpose of the Job:

The ICT Security Engineer: Analysis and Support, will play a critical role in safeguarding the organisation's information and cyber security posture. This position is primarily responsible for the Security Operations Centre (SOC) and support, cyber threat analysis and investigative activities to manage the security events and incidents. This role will also be responsible for the training programme to encourage a culture of cyber security awareness, compliance to policies, standards procedures and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for security project initiatives and to facilitate mitigation plans across the organisation. The person appointed to this role will report to the Departmental Head: ICT Security and Risk.

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitor the cyber security operations center and respond to the security incident response actions.
• Coordinate the cyber security incident response (CSIRT), periodically update the cyber security incident response plan (CSIRP) and Crisis Management Plan (CMP) as required.
• Coordinate the periodic security penetration testing and security vulnerability remediation activities.
• Manage and maintain optimal performance of the Security Operations Center solutions (log collector agents, SIEM, XDR and Vulnerability Management)
• Define and develop the annual cyber security awareness programme, calendar and publish awareness content to the organisation.
• Perform a review of ICT security policies, standards and procedures as required and in line with industry frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO27001, COBIT).
• Coordinate information technology general control (ITGC) requests for governance, assurance, business resilience audit and control assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security-by-design for project initiatives.
• Prepare monthly operational ICT security and cyber threat intelligence reports.

Other Key Competencies:

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Good verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and must collaborate effectively with other team members. The candidate must be energetic, have the ability to learn new concepts fast, work independently and under pressure when it is required.

FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalized groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

A Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent qualifications will also be considered. Valid Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or CompTIA PenTest+ certification is required. Additional certifications such as ISC2 SSCP or other relevant information security credentials are advantageous. Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in information and cyber security operations. Proven experience in managing cybersecurity awareness programs, including phishing simulation campaigns. Familiarity with key industry regulations and frameworks, including but not limited to: ISO/IEC27001, NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, MITRE ATT$CK and COBIT. Understanding and development of IT security policies, standards, and procedures is beneficial. Experience with multiple operating systems, including Windows, Red Hat, Debian and other Unix-based platforms is advantageous.

Closing Date: 21 October 2025.

Candidates must meet the minimum requirements

Valid PSIRA Grade C Certificate

Clear Criminal Record

2 years Access Control experience

Proficient communication in English (both verbal and written)

2 years previous experience with in the Hospitality industry.

Must speak Afrikaans

Competencies:

· Reliable

· Knowledge of public relations

· Report writing abilities

· Fit posture and capabilities

If you are interested in applying , contact us via email with the Subject "Century City SO"

Job Type: Full-time

Language:

• Afrikaans (Required)

Work Location: In person