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SOUTH AFRICAN POST BANK VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN POST OFFICE (SAPO)
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
SPECIALIST UNIX (C5)
(Position based in Head Office)
Reports to Manager: IT Infrastructure
Summation
Plan, co-ordinate, install, configure, and manage all Unix/Linux Systems within the enterprise to meet business requirements. Designs and implements architectures. Identify and resolve (hardware and software) technical problems and malfunctions related to Unix/Linux Operating Systems. Make decisions that are critical in the areas of performance throughput analysis, problem solving and infrastructure planning with the potential to affect the successful execution of business transactions. Pro-actively research and locate necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop. Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve and/or upgrade Unix/Linux infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Design systems; install hardware and operating systems; identify solutions through constant interfacing with appropriate management levels, clients, departments, and vendor organizations to ensure a cost effective and efficient infrastructure environment is available to provide the processing power essential to department operations
Install software and systems hardware; troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade and provide solutions to complex hardware/OS problems; alert management, help desk team, and other IT groups when sensitive issues arise or a major problem is suspected; minimize client productivity loss caused by technology outages, and provide necessary infrastructure for clients to meet their business needs
Monitor and control infrastructure performance in the areas of response, throughput and availability.
Proactively research and locate the necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop; analyse trends and develop a long range plan designed to resolve problems and prevent them from recurring; maintain high service levels for the user community, and establish a method to easily compare the installation of performance against established performance objectives.
Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade the telecommunications infrastructure; for example, evaluate new software and hardware required to meet business needs or to make a process more cost effective.
Handle times of peak service demands or as needed to solve complex problems aimed at delivering consistent quality service to clients within predefined service levels; review assigned service requests daily, following up and providing status updates to clients; ensure data pertaining to the status of service requests is entered into the help desk problem tracking systems (Remedy) accurately and promptly on a daily basis to provide an up-to-date picture of service delivery status and backlog.
Identify opportunities and recommend solutions for improving service efficiency and effectiveness; participate in IT initiatives to address service issues; keep abreast of technical enhancements; have a working knowledge of department-specific applications; attend seminars and other educational opportunities; seek out insight and on-the-job training from peers and other internal and external resources
Configure, install and maintain necessary hardware and OS for hardware and software to provide a suitable environment to run production applications and perform development; perform maintenance and release upgrades on a timely basis or as needed; monitor performance and availability of Unix/Linux platforms
Assist in developing strategic and tactical planning of Unix/Linux environments for internal customers, including discovery and documentation of user requirements before development design
Audit the Unix/Linux environment for security strength and apply necessary changes and patches to keep security up to ISO standards.
Design and implement System architectures.
Develop/ follow procedures for Unix/Linux administration.
Assist in setting priorities and managing resources to achieve unit, division and corporate goals.
Recommend standards and guidelines.
Recommend/select specific products as necessary, participating in tool and vendor evaluations.
Participate in and contribute to task forces and special projects initiated within departments/divisions.
Continuously strive to improve client support, identifying opportunities and recommending solutions for improving service efficiency and effectiveness; have a working knowledge of department-specific applications
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
IT Diploma (NQF Level 6) or NQF equivalent
3 – 5 years relevant IT experience
Valid Code B Driver’s
Experience:
3 – 5 years relevant IT experience
Knowledge and understanding of:
In depth knowledge of IBM Aix Technology, Sun Solaris, Redhat Linux (Other Favours), IBM Virtualisation Technology and Storage Disk Management, Extensive knowledge of Cloud Technologies will be an added advantage, In depth knowledge of hardware and OS software, Supervisory and interpersonal skills, In depth knowledge of operating systems, Knowledge of operating systems planning, enhancements and installations, Demonstrated experience in effectively managing small to large projects within a cross-functional environment, Knowledge of Management tools and Applications, Understanding of the enterprise business and business processes, knowledge of business unit functions and cross-group dependencies/relationships, Quality assurance & control and Project Management.
Skills:
Broad range of Unix/Linux OS knowledge and skills desired, primarily IBM Aix 6.1, Linux Redhat, Cloud Technologies and IBM Virtualisation Technology, Thorough understanding of distributed systems architecture and comprehensive knowledge of multiple technical disciplines, Excellent technical knowledge and aptitude in the areas of networks, hardware, software and troubleshooting techniques, Ability to solve operating system problems and to manage the performance and capacity of a Unix/Linux systems environment, Experience in effectively communicating with a broad base of end users and multiple management layers, Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs, Ability to anticipate user requirements and identify and resolve complex problems with minimal supervision; strong customer service and communication skills, Good judgement and analytical skills; strong follow-up and organizational skills, Ability to conduct and prepare feasibility studies; develop client proposals, including estimates for costs, time and resources; prepare statistical reports: complete cost/benefit analysis and conduct business, Ability to assess internal and external operating practices, anticipate future system requirements and research and analyse emerging technologies
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60058606
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
SPECIALIST UNIX (C5)
(Position based in Head Office)
Reports to Manager: IT Infrastructure
Summation
Plan, co-ordinate, install, configure, and manage all Unix/Linux Systems within the enterprise to meet business requirements. Designs and implements architectures. Identify and resolve (hardware and software) technical problems and malfunctions related to Unix/Linux Operating Systems. Make decisions that are critical in the areas of performance throughput analysis, problem solving and infrastructure planning with the potential to affect the successful execution of business transactions. Pro-actively research and locate necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop. Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve and/or upgrade Unix/Linux infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Design systems; install hardware and operating systems; identify solutions through constant interfacing with appropriate management levels, clients, departments, and vendor organizations to ensure a cost effective and efficient infrastructure environment is available to provide the processing power essential to department operations
Install software and systems hardware; troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade and provide solutions to complex hardware/OS problems; alert management, help desk team, and other IT groups when sensitive issues arise or a major problem is suspected; minimize client productivity loss caused by technology outages, and provide necessary infrastructure for clients to meet their business needs
Monitor and control infrastructure performance in the areas of response, throughput and availability.
Proactively research and locate the necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends as they develop; analyse trends and develop a long range plan designed to resolve problems and prevent them from recurring; maintain high service levels for the user community, and establish a method to easily compare the installation of performance against established performance objectives.
Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade the telecommunications infrastructure; for example, evaluate new software and hardware required to meet business needs or to make a process more cost effective.
Handle times of peak service demands or as needed to solve complex problems aimed at delivering consistent quality service to clients within predefined service levels; review assigned service requests daily, following up and providing status updates to clients; ensure data pertaining to the status of service requests is entered into the help desk problem tracking systems (Remedy) accurately and promptly on a daily basis to provide an up-to-date picture of service delivery status and backlog.
Identify opportunities and recommend solutions for improving service efficiency and effectiveness; participate in IT initiatives to address service issues; keep abreast of technical enhancements; have a working knowledge of department-specific applications; attend seminars and other educational opportunities; seek out insight and on-the-job training from peers and other internal and external resources
Configure, install and maintain necessary hardware and OS for hardware and software to provide a suitable environment to run production applications and perform development; perform maintenance and release upgrades on a timely basis or as needed; monitor performance and availability of Unix/Linux platforms
Assist in developing strategic and tactical planning of Unix/Linux environments for internal customers, including discovery and documentation of user requirements before development design
Audit the Unix/Linux environment for security strength and apply necessary changes and patches to keep security up to ISO standards.
Design and implement System architectures.
Develop/ follow procedures for Unix/Linux administration.
Assist in setting priorities and managing resources to achieve unit, division and corporate goals.
Recommend standards and guidelines.
Recommend/select specific products as necessary, participating in tool and vendor evaluations.
Participate in and contribute to task forces and special projects initiated within departments/divisions.
Continuously strive to improve client support, identifying opportunities and recommending solutions for improving service efficiency and effectiveness; have a working knowledge of department-specific applications
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
IT Diploma (NQF Level 6) or NQF equivalent
3 – 5 years relevant IT experience
Valid Code B Driver’s
Experience:
3 – 5 years relevant IT experience
Knowledge and understanding of:
In depth knowledge of IBM Aix Technology, Sun Solaris, Redhat Linux (Other Favours), IBM Virtualisation Technology and Storage Disk Management, Extensive knowledge of Cloud Technologies will be an added advantage, In depth knowledge of hardware and OS software, Supervisory and interpersonal skills, In depth knowledge of operating systems, Knowledge of operating systems planning, enhancements and installations, Demonstrated experience in effectively managing small to large projects within a cross-functional environment, Knowledge of Management tools and Applications, Understanding of the enterprise business and business processes, knowledge of business unit functions and cross-group dependencies/relationships, Quality assurance & control and Project Management.
Skills:
Broad range of Unix/Linux OS knowledge and skills desired, primarily IBM Aix 6.1, Linux Redhat, Cloud Technologies and IBM Virtualisation Technology, Thorough understanding of distributed systems architecture and comprehensive knowledge of multiple technical disciplines, Excellent technical knowledge and aptitude in the areas of networks, hardware, software and troubleshooting techniques, Ability to solve operating system problems and to manage the performance and capacity of a Unix/Linux systems environment, Experience in effectively communicating with a broad base of end users and multiple management layers, Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs, Ability to anticipate user requirements and identify and resolve complex problems with minimal supervision; strong customer service and communication skills, Good judgement and analytical skills; strong follow-up and organizational skills, Ability to conduct and prepare feasibility studies; develop client proposals, including estimates for costs, time and resources; prepare statistical reports: complete cost/benefit analysis and conduct business, Ability to assess internal and external operating practices, anticipate future system requirements and research and analyse emerging technologies
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60058606
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
MANAGER: OPERATIONAL RISK (L5/6)
(Position based in Pretoria)
Reports to: Head Operational Risk
Summation
Support the Head of Operational Risk in executing Operational Risk Management Strategy. The incumbent will be responsible in assisting the organization in terms of mitigating risks arising from internal processes, people, and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate compilation and maintenance of operational risk management policies, procedures and methodologies in line with all statutory & regulatory requirements, best practice standards and business practices.
Perform operational risk identification and assessment in various business units across the bank. Identify control gaps and recommend on how to fill these.
Implement effective operational process and procedures with appropriate controls to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
Implement plan/s to prevent, eliminate and mitigate operational risks.
Guide and monitor accurately reporting on control effectiveness, status of the risks and progress of corrective action implementation
Develop strong and effective relationship with all relevant stakeholders by addressing issues/concerns in timely manner.
Monitor and report on operational risk management and compliance issues where indicators prompt attention/involvement.
Track and monitor Operational risk issues for business units.
Embed risk management and compliance awareness and training by establishing, facilitating, co-ordinating and guidance.
Report operational risk issues and decisions to senior management on regular basis.
Ensure that Business Continuity Management (BCM) plans, processes and procedures are up-to-date and implemented.
Track and report on the business remedial actions on open audit items.
Build trend and scenario analysis based in historical date and world best practice,
Capture and track loss data in terms of the 7 OR categories and international OLX methodologies.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge and understanding of:
Skills and Attributes:
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentLM@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17 March 2023
Position numbers: 6005911
Cost Centre: 459642
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
MANAGER: OPERATIONAL RISK (L5/6)
(Position based in Pretoria)
Reports to: Head Operational Risk
Summation
Support the Head of Operational Risk in executing Operational Risk Management Strategy. The incumbent will be responsible in assisting the organization in terms of mitigating risks arising from internal processes, people, and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate compilation and maintenance of operational risk management policies, procedures and methodologies in line with all statutory & regulatory requirements, best practice standards and business practices.
Perform operational risk identification and assessment in various business units across the bank. Identify control gaps and recommend on how to fill these.
Implement effective operational process and procedures with appropriate controls to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
Implement plan/s to prevent, eliminate and mitigate operational risks.
Guide and monitor accurately reporting on control effectiveness, status of the risks and progress of corrective action implementation
Develop strong and effective relationship with all relevant stakeholders by addressing issues/concerns in timely manner.
Monitor and report on operational risk management and compliance issues where indicators prompt attention/involvement.
Track and monitor Operational risk issues for business units.
Embed risk management and compliance awareness and training by establishing, facilitating, co-ordinating and guidance.
Report operational risk issues and decisions to senior management on regular basis.
Ensure that Business Continuity Management (BCM) plans, processes and procedures are up-to-date and implemented.
Track and report on the business remedial actions on open audit items.
Build trend and scenario analysis based in historical date and world best practice,
Capture and track loss data in terms of the 7 OR categories and international OLX methodologies.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree qualification E.g. Risk Management, Auditing, Project and Program Management
- Certification in Governance, Risk Management
- 5 years applicable experience
Knowledge and understanding of:
- Sound knowledge of risk management best practices and methodologies such as IRMSA standards, Banks act regulations and ISO standards
- Knowledge of legislation, regulations, internal policies and procedures Operations with specific reference to the Public Finance Management Act, Risk assessment methodologies with specific reference to risk identification, cause analysis, risk control and mitigation strategies as well as risk reporting
- Project and Programme Management principles
- Knowledge and understanding of the Payment industry regulations and SASSA payments will be beneficial.
Skills and Attributes:
- Ability to conduct Operational Risk Assessments (ORA’s)
- Project Management
- Problem solving
- Self-driven and able to pursue a vision and objectives with tenacity and without supervision
- Self-starter with initiative
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentLM@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17 March 2023
Position numbers: 6005911
Cost Centre: 459642
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
INTEGRATION OFFICER (C5)
(Position based in NPC, Pretoria)
Reports to Payments and Interbank: Industry Integration
Summation
Responsible for assisting and providing support to the payments and interbank team with the execution of the Payments and Interbank Officer role by:
Acting as a facilitator and co-ordinator between Postbank and the Payment Interbank Industry
Draft and compiling reports regarding payments developments in the market to ensure that Postbank’s is aware of the developments in the market.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare for industry meetings, participate and support the Management in meetings (including building relationship with various interbank participants and the regulators)
Ensure that the industry / interbank requests are addressed i.e. receive industry requests and sending to relevant parties internally and following up with internal parties and responding to industry request within the agreed timelines
Attendance of external meetings and represent Postbank in Industry technical forums.
Ensure that internal stakeholders are kept abreast with industry developments (enhancements of existing and new business, new payments mechanisms, new legislation, developments from the Standard Bank, VISA and Bankserv relationship)
Compile payments aspects in documents and collate the necessary responses.
Implementation and execution of the overall payments functions
Administer the PASA operations “post-box” function, i.e. obtaining and distributing documents to various stakeholders, ensuring that
Postbank’s representatives at PASA are regularly updated and control access into PASA’s intranet
Assist management with the research in domestic and international payments trends and enhancements
Minimum Requirements:
Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree (NQF 7) equivalent i.e. Commercial or IT qualifications
At least 1-3 year experience in the banking environment, knowledge of the banking operations is essential and IT technical exposure Knowledge and understanding of:
And knowledge banking products is an added advantage
Skills and Attributes:
Computer literacy (At least MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Outlook)
Ability to handle detailed information correctly
Verbal and written communication skills
Conflict resolution skills
Assertiveness skills
Analytical skills
Persuasive skills
Co-ordination skills
Problem solving skills
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60062728
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
INTEGRATION OFFICER (C5)
(Position based in NPC, Pretoria)
Reports to Payments and Interbank: Industry Integration
Summation
Responsible for assisting and providing support to the payments and interbank team with the execution of the Payments and Interbank Officer role by:
Acting as a facilitator and co-ordinator between Postbank and the Payment Interbank Industry
Draft and compiling reports regarding payments developments in the market to ensure that Postbank’s is aware of the developments in the market.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare for industry meetings, participate and support the Management in meetings (including building relationship with various interbank participants and the regulators)
Ensure that the industry / interbank requests are addressed i.e. receive industry requests and sending to relevant parties internally and following up with internal parties and responding to industry request within the agreed timelines
Attendance of external meetings and represent Postbank in Industry technical forums.
Ensure that internal stakeholders are kept abreast with industry developments (enhancements of existing and new business, new payments mechanisms, new legislation, developments from the Standard Bank, VISA and Bankserv relationship)
Compile payments aspects in documents and collate the necessary responses.
Implementation and execution of the overall payments functions
Administer the PASA operations “post-box” function, i.e. obtaining and distributing documents to various stakeholders, ensuring that
Postbank’s representatives at PASA are regularly updated and control access into PASA’s intranet
Assist management with the research in domestic and international payments trends and enhancements
Minimum Requirements:
Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree (NQF 7) equivalent i.e. Commercial or IT qualifications
At least 1-3 year experience in the banking environment, knowledge of the banking operations is essential and IT technical exposure Knowledge and understanding of:
And knowledge banking products is an added advantage
Skills and Attributes:
Computer literacy (At least MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Outlook)
Ability to handle detailed information correctly
Verbal and written communication skills
Conflict resolution skills
Assertiveness skills
Analytical skills
Persuasive skills
Co-ordination skills
Problem solving skills
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60062728
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
CRYPTOGRAPHY SPECIALIST (L5/6)
(Position based in Pretoria)
Reports to Head IT Security
Summation
Responsible for managing the Cryptography team ensuring security, encryption, authentication, key management and applied cryptography
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for security, encryption, authentication, key management and applied cryptograph
Assist with the evaluation, design and delivery of major new Crypto security technologies
Responsible for Certificate Authority, Certificate Enrolment Web Service, Revocation servers & HSMs
Implement cryptographic solutions (including authentication, encryption, hashing, tokenization & signing) across applications, backup, database, endpoint device, email, file, network, removable media and storage domains
Create Key Ceremony policies and procedures
Establish and Maintain Certificate Authority for Postbank
Manage the team through setting of and monitoring of KPA and provide the required leadership and mentorship – establish principles and processes to ensure the team spends time on personal training, development and mentoring that is aligned with their job profiles.
Create reports for business/CIO
Ensure Postbank HSM and cryptography are that of the industry standard.
Partner with the Operational Risk officers, Information Security Officers and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that services offered are relevant, timely, and of appropriate quality
Escalate changes needed in practices in order to mitigate critical risks identified to ensure regulatory compliance
Ensure adherence of Cryptography Services per the Information Security Policies / Guidelines
Report non-compliance & deviations to appropriate stakeholders.
Maintain Crypto Hardware to effectively maintain all crypto infrastructure to ensure that they are on the latest patches and software
Ensure compliance with stakeholder requirements, efficient management of the resources and reporting in accordance with the stipulations of the PFMA, Public Entities Act, Companies Act, Postal service Act, Intelligence legislation, King III Report on Corporate Governance, Articles of Association, Tax Act, company specific policies and regulations, national legislation, fraud prevention and risk management principles, Corporate Governance, Skills development, Delegation of Powers, etc.
Minimum Requirements
A Degree in Business, IT or a related subject (NQF7)
Cryptography/ relevant security related Certificates will be an added advantage
Financial or Banking industry experience will be an added advantage
5 years’ experience in Cryptography
Experience in working with Unix/Linux, Wintel, Storage Technologies solutions and tools
3-5 years’ experience in Cryptography related infrastructure (including hardware security infrastructure, security technology and processes.
Skills & Attributes
Analytical
Written and verbal Communication
Proven ability to deliver solutions/problem resolutions to tight timelines
Contribute to a team-oriented environment
Experience in delivering projects within an agile environment
Enthusiastic
Collaboration
Flexibility
Work under stress
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60066383
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
CRYPTOGRAPHY SPECIALIST (L5/6)
(Position based in Pretoria)
Reports to Head IT Security
Summation
Responsible for managing the Cryptography team ensuring security, encryption, authentication, key management and applied cryptography
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for security, encryption, authentication, key management and applied cryptograph
Assist with the evaluation, design and delivery of major new Crypto security technologies
Responsible for Certificate Authority, Certificate Enrolment Web Service, Revocation servers & HSMs
Implement cryptographic solutions (including authentication, encryption, hashing, tokenization & signing) across applications, backup, database, endpoint device, email, file, network, removable media and storage domains
Create Key Ceremony policies and procedures
Establish and Maintain Certificate Authority for Postbank
Manage the team through setting of and monitoring of KPA and provide the required leadership and mentorship – establish principles and processes to ensure the team spends time on personal training, development and mentoring that is aligned with their job profiles.
Create reports for business/CIO
Ensure Postbank HSM and cryptography are that of the industry standard.
Partner with the Operational Risk officers, Information Security Officers and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that services offered are relevant, timely, and of appropriate quality
Escalate changes needed in practices in order to mitigate critical risks identified to ensure regulatory compliance
Ensure adherence of Cryptography Services per the Information Security Policies / Guidelines
Report non-compliance & deviations to appropriate stakeholders.
Maintain Crypto Hardware to effectively maintain all crypto infrastructure to ensure that they are on the latest patches and software
Ensure compliance with stakeholder requirements, efficient management of the resources and reporting in accordance with the stipulations of the PFMA, Public Entities Act, Companies Act, Postal service Act, Intelligence legislation, King III Report on Corporate Governance, Articles of Association, Tax Act, company specific policies and regulations, national legislation, fraud prevention and risk management principles, Corporate Governance, Skills development, Delegation of Powers, etc.
Minimum Requirements
A Degree in Business, IT or a related subject (NQF7)
Cryptography/ relevant security related Certificates will be an added advantage
Financial or Banking industry experience will be an added advantage
5 years’ experience in Cryptography
Experience in working with Unix/Linux, Wintel, Storage Technologies solutions and tools
3-5 years’ experience in Cryptography related infrastructure (including hardware security infrastructure, security technology and processes.
Skills & Attributes
Analytical
Written and verbal Communication
Proven ability to deliver solutions/problem resolutions to tight timelines
Contribute to a team-oriented environment
Experience in delivering projects within an agile environment
Enthusiastic
Collaboration
Flexibility
Work under stress
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentSN@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17th March 2023
Position numbers: 60066383
Cost Centre: 50800
Note, only applications received on this platform will be considered. “POPIA sections provides that everyone has the right to privacy and it includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information. By applying for employment you consent to the processing of your personal information with Postbank. Your personal information and any attached text or documentation are retained by Postbank for a period in accordance with relevant data legislation.”
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
CORPORATE INSURANCE MANAGER – L5/6
(Position based in Pretoria)
Reports to: Head Operational Risk
Summation
Facilitate sourcing and placement of insurance policies for the Bank.
Develop and maintain the company Insurance facility according to sound risk and insurance principles throughout Postbank. Registering and Managing a cell Captive, bringing about competitive advantage, and a lucrative product offering and optimise earnings through the active promotion of the insurance product and management of the insurance. Develop, implement and maintain insurance products suited to the company. Create an exceptional level of understanding on all management levels by promoting the insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Procuring, Registering, Management and Maintenance of a Cell Captive
Proficient in SAM (Solvency Assessment and Management) or Solvency II
Knowledgeable on placement of Reinsurance
Implement and control claims policies, processes and procedures
Manage salvage and auction operation for optimal returns
Research, develop and maintain the insurance policies to ensure growth and sustainability
Gather management information (analytical intelligence) and compile relevant management reporting
Analyse and evaluate risks for underwriting of insurance business opportunities
Manage and facilitate the insurance placement process to align with the insurance needs of the bank in a cost effective manner
Develop and coordinate the creation and execution of the Postbank Insurance strategy
Manage relationships with various stakeholders including suppliers
Establish risk and prevention measures and recommend / monitor corrective action
Knowledgeable in the development of Wealth/Bancassurance offerings
Continuously evaluate trends and implications to inform decision-making relating to products and services
Conform to segregation of duties to adhere to accepted Insurance best practise
FAIS Representative – completion of risk assessments and appropriate as per FAIS Act
Ensure the efficient management of function / resources and reporting in accordance with the stipulations of the PFMA, company specific policies and regulations, national legislation, fraud prevention and risk management principles, Corporate Governance, Skills development, Delegation of Powers, etc.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree qualification, E.g. Risk Management
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Corporate insurance field of which 3 years in a supervisory role. Insurance
- Board Exam written every 3 years for Representatives. Insurance experience in a banking environment will be beneficial.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
- General legislative framework pertaining to the Risk Management environment (E.g. PFMA, King 11, etc)
- Risk, loss ratio, insurance and underwriting principles, claims dynamics and auction processes
- Insurance markets/principles
- Business models
- Knowledge of various models
- Legal recovery
- Relevant statutes, rules and regulation
- Concept of customer satisfaction
- Strategy development, deployment, planning and communications
- Project management (principles, practices, techniques and tools)
- Organisational development, management techniques and good business practices. Financial Management
- Value Chain Management
- Risk and Compliance management
CONTACTS
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you wish to apply, and meet the minimum requirements please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitmentLM@postbank.co.za
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing date: 17 March 2023
Position numbers: 60066673
Cost Centre: 459642
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If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.