FINANCIAL SECTOR CONDUCT AUTHORITY (FSCA) SENIOR SPECIALIST - ICT SECURITY INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA) Reference Number FSCA.297. Description Purpose of the Job: The Senior Specialist will be responsible for the development and implementation of the ICT Security and Cyber Security strategy. The design and implementation of on-going protection programs and solutions monitor and test those programs and develop measures for program compliance, related security and privacy policies. The person appointed to this position will report to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). Key Experience: Experience in managing a thread management capability with support of Cyber security operation center (CSOC). Experience in implementing Data loss prevention (DLP) programme and identity access management (IAM). Key Performance Areas: • Develops, maintains and administers a sound ICT Security and Cyber security organisational plan; initiates improvements as necessary; • Provide strategic security guidance for ICT projects, including the evaluation and recommendation of technical controls; • Develop, maintain and publish up-to-date security policies, standards and guidelines, and oversee training and dissemination of security policies and practices; • Partner with senior FSCA business leaders to integrate all ICT security and Cyber security plans with FSCA’s information and reporting requirement; and • Management of staff and ensure high performance culture is created. Other Key Competencies: The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Project management skills; Risk Management, financial/budget management, scheduling and resource management, ability to lead and motivate cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams to achieve tactical and strategic goals, familiarity with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to King III, PAIA, POPIA, ECT and high level of personal integrity, the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity, the ability to guide and mentor members, transfer own knowledge, inspire and motivate members and manage diversity. FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A Degree or National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology (IT), a specialization in cyber security will be of advantage. At least 8 to 10 years’ experience leading a combination of ICT security and cyber security environment – with at least 4 years in a senior ICT leadership or specialist role. A Professional security management certification such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials, is desired. Knowledge and certification of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT and NIST. Closing Date: 19 April 2024 Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE SENIOR ANALYST X2 - MARKET TRANSPARENCY AND RISK MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA) Reference Number FSCA582816 Description Purpose of the Job To oversee the implementation and supervision of the regulatory framework for credit ratings agencies (“CRAs”) and financial benchmark administrators (“FBAs”). CRAs are primarily regulated and supervised in terms of the Credit Rating Services Act No. 24 of 2012 (“CRS Act”); and the regulations of financial benchmarks is currently under development. The person appointed to this position will be stationed in the Market Integrity and Decision Sciences Division and will report to the Senior Manager: Ratings and Indices. Key Performance Areas • Provide support in the implementing and administering of the CRS Act, Conduct Standard - Requirements relating to the provision of a benchmark and any other subordinate legislation. • Initiate and conduct routine market conduct on-site inspections of CRAs and FBA in terms of the Risk-Based Supervision approach. • Review and recommend for approval or refusal of applications for licence, amendments, exemptions, and outsourcing arrangements for CRAs, and assist the licencing division in the review of applications for license for FBAs. • Conduct relevant research to improve the standard of regulation in line with national and international developments and requirements. • Participates in and contributes to discussions regarding possible regulatory and policy direction on the regulation and supervision of CRAs and FBAs. • Represent the department at relevant internal and external meetings, committees, and forums in line with stakeholder engagement plan. • Assist in the compilation of routine reports and commentaries within the set timelines. Other Key Competencies The applicant must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, critical and innovative thinking, strong financial and numeracy skills, excellent communication skills (verbal and written), ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. The candidate must be confident, decisive and approach all tasks in a diligent and professional manner. The FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its transformation strategy. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or law with at least 5 years of experience in the financial sector and/or the regulatory environment within the financial services industry. Good knowledge and/or experience of the functioning of the financial markets, credit rating services or financial benchmarks will be an added advantage. Closing Date: 19 April 2024 Work Level Mid-Level Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE
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