DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Job Overview

A Deputy Director: Information Technology Management position is available at Head Office in Polokwane (Ref: C6/26/5). The role offers an all-inclusive remuneration package of R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11). Candidates must possess a Grade 12 certificate, an NQF 6 qualification in IT or equivalent, and 5 years of IT experience with 3 years at a supervisory level. Responsibilities include managing IT security, anti-virus deployment, risk management, audit coordination, vulnerability assessments, and policy implementation. Enquiries can be directed to Ms. WA Klaassen.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12
• NQF 6 qualification in Information Technology or equivalent as recognised by SAQA
• Five (5) years’ experience within Information and Technology fields
• Three (3) years must be at supervisory level (ASD level)
• Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability)
• Knowledge of Information Technology strategic management
• Knowledge of financial management
• Knowledge of HR practice & procedures
• Knowledge of administrative procedures
• Knowledge of Project management
• Knowledge of Personnel Management
• Knowledge of Information Technology
• Information Technology Security skills
• Sound organising and planning skills
• Good written communication
• Good communication skills
• Listening skills
• Writing skills
• Interpersonal skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that anti-virus software is installed on all Departmental desktops, laptops and is centrally managed and updated at least 2 times a week
• Maintain Web Security Gateways for all relevant Departmental offices
• Administer unified threat management appliances for all relevant Departmental offices
• Maintain intrusion prevention and anti-spam systems for all relevant Departmental offices
• Develop and implement IT Security policies
• Facilitate the implementation of biometric security solution
• Develop IT Risk Register in conjunction with Risk Management unit
• Compile Risk Mitigation Plan for all relevant Departmental offices
• Compile and submit quarterly report for Risk Management and mitigation plan
• Minimise IT Risk for the Department
• Analyse previous audit report and implement recommendations
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities
• Conduct Review audit report and implement audit recommendations to minimise audit findings
• Subscribe to relevant fora, attend IT Security Summits and workshops, and engage with subject matter experts
• Conduct Proof of Concept where applicable and compile appropriate reports
• Engage with State Security Agency for vulnerability assessment scans
• Compile Quarterly Reports and develop/implement plans to mitigate identified vulnerabilities

Enquiries & Contact