147 Senior Security Manager jobs in South Africa

Purpose of the role:

To qualify for the role, you must have:
 - Minimum of 4 years' experience 
 - Experience in assessing an implementing security and risk standards including ISO 2700X, NIST, ITIL, COBIT
 - Experience in security risk assessment and planning using different frameworks and tools
 - Experience in penetration testing on infrastructure, network, wep applications, and source code review
 - Experience in cloud security benchmarking, risk assessment and cyber solutions
 - Manage security configurations reviews on operating systems, databases and network devices
 - Experience in cybersecurity awareness training, VAPT, MDR, SOC/SIEM, etc.
 - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related training in Information Security
 - Industry certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP)

Requirements:

To qualify for the role, you must have:
 - Minimum of 4 years experience 
 - Experience in assessing an implementing security and risk standards including ISO 2700X, NIST, ITIL, COBIT
 - Expereince in security risk assessment and planning using different frameworks and tools
 - Expereince in penetration testing on infrastructure, network, wep applications, and source code review
 - Expereince in cloud security benchmarking, risk assessment and cyber solutions
 - Manage security configurations reviews on operating systems, databases and network devices
 - Experience in ybersecurity awareness training, VAPT, MDR, SOC/SIEM, etc.
 - Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related training in Information Security
 - Industry certification  (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP)

Bus ness /Brand Development/Operational Excellence:

BDO Brand:

Develops effective networks/relationships inside and outside of the firm and maintains the contacts to identify opportunities. Provide key contacts per year (new or old) and evidence of contact activities i.e. meetings and outcomes.
- Identifies opportunities and grow existing client base, inclusive of the public sector, to a minimum of 1200k per annum. This includes cross selling BDO's other departments’ services into our contacts & clients. 
- Compiles at least 12 technical proposals (min of 1 per month) proposals and/or tenders annually to meet current and/or prospective clients' expectations. 
- Identifies at least 2 opportunities, write-ups or presentations in a year for the development of new products or promotion of current services and procedures. 
- Understands and speaks knowledgeably about the Cyber Lab service line.
- Assists in the BEE activities/actions in both the BDO and Cyber arena (Staff, procurement & Clients)
- Ensures that a client satisfaction survey is completed after the completion of the engagement. (NPS Scoring and Rating) 

< >Policies & Procedures:

Ensures personal and team adherence to BDO policies and procedures (leave, dress code, conduct etc.)

Staff:

 Manages team effectively on a day-to-day basis (staff, budgets, deadlines) ensuring that a plan is followed, and objectives are met.

Time sheets:

 Reviews timesheets/WIP reports and travel claims on Maconomy every Monday by 12H00 and on the same day carries out formal follow-ups on staff who have not submitted their timesheets. 

 Check productivity levels for self (60%), ensure they are meeting the set levels and communicate productivity levels to Managers weekly.

Audit:

- Gives feedback to senior managers at audit debriefs or when required to do so, escalates problems to senior managers promptly
- Ensures the engagement letter is prepared at least 1 week before starting date of the audit and/or the Audit Committee whichever is first.

Budget:

Participates in the compilation of the Cyber department's annual budget.

Financial:

 Ensure WIP is billed monthly.
- Debtors should be kept with a minimum of 30 days including write offs, & provisions. 
- Minimum of 65% recoverability on one’s portfolio. 
- Check productivity levels for self and staff ensure they are meeting the set levels and communicate productivity levels to staff on a monthly basis

Ensures all client background information is obtained and is filed on the server a week before the engagement commences.
- Obtain an understanding of the problem during the client meeting and ensure the problem is formally documented and filed eletrinically.
- Ensures that performance and documentation of work comply with the Cyber methodology through progressive/continuous review of work papers.
- IT reviews –Performance and documentation of work is per defined filing method.
- Ensures on-site presence at least 24hrs on an 80hrs assignment.

Communicates all appropriate deadlines to  staff and monitor progress according to pre-established time lines through:
     The Debrief meeting
     Scope and Time Budgets
- Identifies engagement resource requirements and ensures that the most appropriate resources are assigned to specific assignment roles – update the planning board at least a month in advance for staff with upcoming assignments.
- Provide update as and when an assignment is confirmed however should be showing staff occupation every week

R views:

Ensures an effective audit programme is prepared a day after Process documentation is reviewed.
- Performs review of work papers within two days of receipt from staff with final Manager’s review done within a week after fieldwork is complete.
- Reviews the work papers as the work progresses and final file before closeout meeting
- Ensures the draft report is produced for Director review within a week after fieldwork reviews are complete.
- Ensures the draft report is produced for Director’s review and discussed with client at the closeout for any changes.

Reviews:

Issues Final report, with client responses/comments addressed to the client, after Director’s approval within two weeks after the draft report issue date.

Relationship:

Develops team spirit/building in the Department involving the team members:
- Involvement through Leading meetings
- Building relationships through social events
- Building Trust through transformation
- Developing successful teams by working together

Staff Development:

- R50artment involving the team members:
     Involvement through Leading meetings
     Building relationships through social events
     Building Trust through transformation
     Developing successful teams by working together
- Conducts effective on the job training, ensuring that training needs of the junior staff are appropriately addressed through knowledge impartation and use of coaching notes/review notes. Feedback will be given through 360 evaluations done yearly.
- Obtains feedback from staff and check that instructions are understood and observed – hold audit debriefs N52 embodying behaviours consistent with the TEC vision and values that others respect and from which they learn. Feedback will be given through 360 evaluations done yearly.

Own De elopment:

Identify training needs/ gaps
- Arrange with Director for required training/ courses
- Remains technically up to date - maintenance of CPE/ CPD Hours and/or attending at least 4 relevant courses/ conferences/ seminars in a year

REACT:

REACT is a promise to ourselves to ALWAYS DO THE RIGHT THING and create a space that is safe and comfortable for our colleagues to speak up. We need to BE EXCEPTIONAL and drive a culture that allows us to deliver the best service to our clients and ADD VALUE through actively seeking new ways to deliver efficiently and effectively. A proactive attitude to COLLABORATE TO WIN by utilising all our resources as we can only be STRONGER TOGETHER by working as one.

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic, comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program that aligns with the company's business goals and objectives.
• Work directly with the Cyber Security Committee and Business Units to facilitate risk assessment and risk management processes, ensuring that security measures support business operations and growth.
• Identify, develop, and implement information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to protect the organization's digital assets.
• Coordinate with technology and business groups to assess, implement, and monitor IT-related security risks and hazards.
• Serve as the project manager for major cyber security enhancement projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
• Oversee incident response planning and the investigation of security breaches, working closely with service providers and internal teams.
• Provide monthly reporting on the current status of the information security program to the Cyber Security Committee and yearly to the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with changing laws and applicable regulations and manage relationships with regulatory bodies (e.g., GDPR, POPIA).

Qualifications and competencies

• BSc/MSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
• 8+ years of proven experience as a Cyber Security Advisor/CISO or similar senior role
• Extensive technical knowledge of IT/OT and experience with IT risk management, threat modeling, and design reviews
• Proficiency in information security domains, including policies and procedures, risk management, compliance, and incident response
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, IEC62443, etc.)
• Good understanding of network, server infrastructure, and cloud technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with executive leadership
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and technologies

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable : demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Driving innovation in security technologies and processes to enhance the organization's security posture and resilience.
• Identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities to the organization’s information systems through ongoing monitoring and assessment.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of security awareness training programs to educate employees on best practices and emerging threats.

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic, comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program that aligns with the company's business goals and objectives.
• Work directly with the Cyber Security Committee and Business Units to facilitate risk assessment and risk management processes, ensuring that security measures support business operations and growth.
• Identify, develop, and implement information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to protect the organization's digital assets.
• Coordinate with technology and business groups to assess, implement, and monitor IT-related security risks and hazards.
• Serve as the project manager for major cyber security enhancement projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
• Oversee incident response planning and the investigation of security breaches, working closely with service providers and internal teams.
• Provide monthly reporting on the current status of the information security program to the Cyber Security Committee and yearly to the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with changing laws and applicable regulations and manage relationships with regulatory bodies (e.g., GDPR, POPIA).

Qualifications and competencies

• BSc/MSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
• 8+ years of proven experience as a Cyber Security Advisor/CISO or similar senior role
• Extensive technical knowledge of IT/OT and experience with IT risk management, threat modeling, and design reviews
• Proficiency in information security domains, including policies and procedures, risk management, compliance, and incident response
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, IEC62443, etc.)
• Good understanding of network, server infrastructure, and cloud technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with executive leadership
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and technologies

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable : demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Driving innovation in security technologies and processes to enhance the organization's security posture and resilience.
• Identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities to the organization’s information systems through ongoing monitoring and assessment.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of security awareness training programs to educate employees on best practices and emerging threats.

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis

Definition
The security manager is primarily responsible for overseeing the company security and safety functions for employees and clients. The Security Manager will be responsible for strategic planning, organizing, communications and interface with management, employees and law enforcement. The position includes supervising of security team members and assistance with scheduling and personnel issues.

Education and Qualification Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:

1. Grade 12, N3 or relevant NQF level 4 qualification.
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Security or Risk Management or recognised equivalent.
3. Registration with the South African Institute of Security.
4. PSIRA Grade A-registered and accredited.
5. SAPS firearm competency will be advantageous.
6. Valid EB/Code 8 Drivers License
7. Minimum 10 years’ experience in the security discipline, of which five (5) years should have been at senior management level within the diamond mining security environment.
8. A comprehensive understanding of the security function gained through formal education and complemented with practical experience as a security professional.
9. A sound understanding and skills in terms of business focused security solutions that are pragmatic and innovative.
10. A thorough understanding of mining and processing environments that enables and supports the proactive identification of vulnerabilities that could be exploited by those with criminal intent.
11. Good knowledge and understanding of methodologies relating to physical, electronic and information security, and other security technologies.
12. Extensive experience in conducting forensic investigations and managing and analysing electronic case management databases.
13. Specialist experience in research of organised crime groupings, information gathering and analysis processes and analysis and interrogation of systems data.
14. Specialist experience in understanding and recognising criminal incident behaviour, suspect profiling and identification of organised crime threats.
15. Experience in operating a variety of industry standard analytical tools for effective analyses of data.
16. Been accountable for managing departmental budgets and conducted business planning process and resource allocation.
17. A proven record of building relationships and establishing commitment across a range of stakeholders, internal and external to the organisation.
18. Led and motivated teams of people in a commercial environment and had inputs into their personal and career development through coaching and mentoring.
19. Managed and implemented new ways of working and established effectiveness improvements.

Skills Required:
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Proven track record in Security management or equivalent environment
• Sound management and leadership skills
• Experience in security and/or enterprise risk management
• Knowledge of security related legislation/policies/procedures/standards and the VPSHR and industry legislation
• Advanced knowledge of product security business processes and loss prevention strategies
• Competence in functional security systems used in the business.
• Outstanding analytical, strategic thinking and risk management skills.
• Must have demonstrable crime information management and criminal investigations acumen.
• In-depth knowledge of database types, data modelling, data mining, data warehousing, business intelligence / data visualization tools.
• Strong problem-solving capability and the sustainment of inquisitiveness.
• Ability to effectively handle conflict, give and take constructive criticism and have a strong persuasive impact on others.
• Good communication and influencing skills to drive change at all levels within the operation.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability to identify and assess exposure to risks and to examine alternative risk control techniques.
• Strong strategic and operational planning, decision-making and organisational skills.
• Project management skills
• Knowledge of applicable business communication and business report writing
• Ability to be a great mentor and coach and to build capacity aligned to group strategy within the security function.
• Crisis Management
• Cultural Diversity
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Emotional intelligence
• Computer literacy (MS Office package)
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
• Co-ordination, management, supervision and advice to sites’ Senior Management on effective security management systems and solutions, within the business scope.
• Ensure that threats to personnel, assets, and business operations/activities within each site are properly identified, evaluated and mitigated in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Secure personnel, properties and assets from internal and external security breaches as well as co-ordinate the activities of 3rd Party Security Contractors.
• Ensure a hands-on ownership of security solutions within operations across all sites.
• Support an effective Zone Control Room that is geared for both monitoring as well as Incident response.
• Drive standardization across all sites
• Ensure compliance with Company Site Security Standards

Main Accountabilities

• Advise management on any specific threats to company personnel, assets & information and business operations/activities as they become known.
• Ensuring implementation of security policy, approved security plans and procedures and revising them where necessary.
• In conjunction with the respective business Executive Teams, develop and implement security awareness programs or processes and to protect life, corporate assets and to ensure business continuity.
• Devising and coordinating appropriate security training for security personnel & other nominated personnel.
• Managing effective investigations on detected and reported breaches of security and security incidents.
• Provide briefings for all staff/visitors on security issues on the security situation in the province.
• Advise on the development and strategy for technical projects involving the sites, including security technology, equipment requirements and simplification processes.
• Support leadership’s response to business disruptions and crisis situations.
• Initiate and co-ordinate an immediate response to security incidents where there is a threat to Company employees and assets so as to ensure minimized loss or injury. If necessary, to respond personally to these threats.
• Ensure safety and security of employees whilst on Company premises.
• Report all incidents to respective stake holders.
• Liaise with and develop relationships with various Law Enforcement & Emergency Services in the event of a security incident/emergency (i.e. fire, medical, mechanical breakdown) and to ensure timely reaction to incidents.
• Ensure availability of highly trained security personnel to implement contingency plans effectively.
• Ensuring security reports are submitted on time.
• Manage and transact on all mandatory reporting systems.
• Participate and guide security associated committee on their functions and focus areas.
• Manage constant synergy between business controls and security controls so that internal loss threats, are effectively mitigated.
• Effectively audit, maintain and guide contracted security guards in terms of fit for purpose performance and adherence/compliance with agreed SLA’s.
• Manage the key focus areas as per Group Security Directives inclusive of protection and securing of personnel, assets and processes.
• Ensure the execution of the approved Site Security Plans.

We are excited to invite you to join the Mr Price Group Store Manager Talent Pool for our Mr Price Cellular Stores!

By joining this talent pool, you will be among the first to be considered for upcoming Store Manager positions for Mr Price Cellular in Free State.

The Store Manager will lead and manage the daily operations of a Mr Price Cellular store to ensure that the overall objectives, store targets, innovation initiatives, and customer service standards are met and exceeded.

Stock Management:

1. Ensure that stock is accurately received & unpacked to merchandise and replenish the store.
2. Monitor and manage stock levels through defined processes (stock counts, stock takes, stock loss action plans to mitigate risks and ensure adequate stock on hand).
3. Oversee the overall maintenance of the stockroom to meet housekeeping standards.
4. Authorize write-offs, breakages, recalls, OBF (out of box failures), cellular repairs, and returns.

Sales Growth & Profitability:

1. Analyze sales & profitability reports in store to collaborate with management on required operational action plans, increase sales performance, and monitor store expenditure.
2. Review and keep abreast of in-store product performance to provide feedback to support center and enhance sales.
3. Identify and propose new opportunities to increase sales and brand awareness. This may include in-store marketing, competitor shopping, and driving credit, insurance, mobile, and cellular performance to achieve the agreed budget.
4. Conduct compliance checks through defined processes (admin checks, store audits, visual audits, COMO (Continuous Monitoring) reports, POS reports, health & safety standards, weekly hanger counts, and security to ensure and enforce overall compliance to policies and procedures).

Customer Experience Management:

1. Ensure and maintain the implementation of customer experience processes (through the execution of business instruction letters, markdowns, repricing, promotions, customer experience plans, visual standards, customer feedback, and general housekeeping to meet customer service standards).

Leadership & Development:

1. Lead and drive the team within a store to achieve store KPIs and operational strategy in line with company values.
2. Identify & drive training, coaching, and development needs with a focus on talent management and succession planning.
3. Recruit, administer & manage performance in accordance with company policies and procedures.
4. Ensure implementation of Innovation initiatives from Head Office (Mpos, MRP Empower, E-docs, and Money Hub) to delight our customers and improve in-store processes in a more efficient manner.

Minimum Requirements:

1. NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent.
2. 3 years' experience in a store management position.
3. Retail trade, brand, customer service, cellular, mobile, new accounts, and insurance product understanding.

A reminder that this is a talent pool advert and not a live vacancy.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Head Office has an opportunity available for a Security Manager to join the team. The role is responsible for the placement of the guards and to ensure the continuous safety and security of all staff and the overall Head Office operations. The role will also assist with the continually monitoring of the facility for compliance with health and safety and environmental regulations

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Grade B accreditation with the PSIRA
• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in the retail industry, such as shopping malls and warehouse.
  

Advantageous:

• Previous experience as a Security Manager
• Diploma/Degree in a related field
• Previous experience in a security management role and/or At least 1-year specific previous experience in a supervisory role.

• Manage the day-to-day security functions for the facility
• Organise security and general administrative duties as per Dis-Chem requirements
• Coordinate departmental efforts with security personnel as well as law enforcement representatives
• Maintain all security systems and procedures and ensure Security personnel adhere to these
• Deal with and report security breaches that cannot be resolved immediately
• Implement precautionary measures were security risks are identified
• Ensure a plan is in place for emergency preparedness to protect both the physical facility and personnel
• Ensure professional service delivery to all internal clients, while supporting core business processes as well as site and facility optimisation
• Assist with incident/ accident investigation and write accurate reports on these
• Responsible for the management of the Security team, including performance management and oversight of day-to-day task
• Ensure all guards are trained in Occupational Health Safety responsibilities, Fire Fighting and incident investigation
• Conduct operational auditing, investigations and assist with prosecutions and ensure employees understand and follow policies for loss prevention and cash handling
• Train store employees to detect shoplifters

Competencies

Essential:

• Knowledge of Relevant Acts, industry standards and training objectives
• Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook
• English – Read, Speak and Write
• Trustworthy and Honest
• Able to handle complex workloads
• Be able to Lead, motivate and inspire others
• Ability to work under pressure

Special conditions of employment:

• Occasional overtime and be on standby most of the time when off duty.
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

• Residential Security Estate Experience
• Must have valid license and own reliable vehicle
• Minimum NQF 6 qualification in Security Management, policing or related field
• PSIRA Grade A registered and Accredited
• Minimum 5 years experience in security management, risk assessment and incident response
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing estate security
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing security threats and technology advancements with understanding of 41R technologies (Drone, Artificial Intelligence Camera Surveillance, Remote Security Monitoring and Assessment)
• Formal Investigation training and emergency response management training
• Licensed Firearm Holder
• Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Physical Security Management
• Security Planning and Administration
• Stakeholder Relation and Engagement
• Financial Management