STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA) - HEAD OF DEPARTMENT INFORMATION SECURITY SERVICES

 
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree PLUS a Professional IT security management certification.
Experience: 10 years in the provision of ICT services / solutions, with 5 years as a Senior Manager with strategic leadership, general management, business support/operations as well as in the provisioning of large systems within the corporate which should include the following:
 8 years hands-on experience in the information security environment, provision and security operations in a large organization.
 Deep working knowledge & experience of cloud security frameworks.
 Experience with contract and vendor negotiations and management including managed services.
 Experience in preparing, managing operating budgets.
 Experience with business continuity, disaster recovery, risk management, vulnerability management, contract/vendor negotiations, and information incident management.
 Proven ability to serve as an affective member of a senior manager team and being an effective leader to a team of highly trained staff and consultants.
 Proven ability to form, manage, lead advisory committees and interact effectively with risk and data managers, auditors, consultants, vendors and other orientational stakeholders
 Experience with enterprise risk assessment methodologies with the ability to evaluate information security risk implications.
 Experience in dealing with complex projects and meeting conflicting demands
 Experience with Cloud computing/Elastic computing across virtualized environments.
 

 
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST. and security services (firewalls, proxy’s, DNS, Mail relays etc.); Risk finance and risk control concepts; Enterprise risk management concepts, frameworks; Deep understanding of operational integration of security functions; Strong knowledge of security, and network architecture; Deep knowledge of security best practices, principles, and common security frameworks; Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high level of personal integrity; Innovative thinking and leadership with an ability to lead and motivate cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams; knowledge of the latest IT thinking and threat modelling methods together with a creative drive; Analytical mind capable of managing numerous information sources and providing data analysis reports to senior management; Strong customer focus – able to meet the demands of internal and external customers; Excellent communication skills – providing verbal and written communication; Excellent Project management skills; Strong networking, consultation and negotiation skills Strong mentoring skills; Excellent Planning & organising; and Financial management.
 
Other Special Requirement
Ability to define and implement strategic direction, produce accurate financial reports, use discretion when dealing with sensitive issues. Excels in strategic planning and problem-solving skills, Ability to translate complex technical concepts effectively to help customers understand their technological needs. Digital leadership skills – capable of empowering and leading the team to meet business and IT security goals. Solid people management skills – providing direction, monitoring performance, motivating staff and building a positive working environment. Ability to adapt to a fast-moving IT landscape and keep pace with latest thinking and new security technologies. Ability to drive the IT security strategy forward. Ability to make decisions that are well informed and timely. Ability to build consensus, build followership with business line owners. Ability to develop effective partnerships with senior management and peer organizations. Ability to drive change set priorities, drive performance, and execute plans on schedule within a defined multifaceted structure. Ability to appropriately exert influence to drive priorities and achieve results. Ability to define plans and execute roadmaps. Ability to manage across functional teams, influence others to accomplish set goals, and organize resources. Ability to develop partnership-oriented relationships with business executives and functional leaders, especially as it relates to operations and technology. Ability to effectively influence senior level management and key stakeholders.
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How to apply
Internal candidates must apply using this email address: Sophia.internalrecruitment@sita.co.za
External candidates must apply using this email address: Sophia.recruitment@sita.co.za
 
Closing Date: 17 July 2020
 
Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and these positions will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.
 If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful;
 Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for;
 It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA);
 Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply;
 SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment;
 Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a contract of employment verification of the applicant’s documents (Qualifications) and reference checking;
 Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
 CV’s sent to incorrect email address will not be considered.

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