PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC) VACANCIES

PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC)

Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd

Private Bag X187

Pretoria 0001

Republic of South Africa

The Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited (PIC) is an asset management firm, whose mandate is to make investments in various sectors of the economy on behalf of public sector entities. Amongst our clients are the Government Employees Pension Fund, the Unemployment Insurance Fund and the Compensation Fund. Over the years, we have grown to be amongst the top, large investment managers in South Africa and the rest of the African continent, with current assets under management at just over R3.7 trillion. At the centre of our growth is a team of self-driven professionals who are results-focused. 

We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position: 

INFORMATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR 

*Job Grade: C3 – C5 

Ref: SECADM001 

Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable 

Centre: Public Investment Corporation, Pretoria 

Purpose of the role: 

Support the protection of PIC information assets by performing supervised day-to-day information security administration, monitoring, first-level investigation, control checks and reporting. Escalate identified threats, vulnerabilities and non-compliance to the Information Security Specialist or designated incident owner. 

Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Systems Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. 

·       1 to 2 years of in-service training, internship, or learnership experience in IT Support, Systems Administration, or Information Security. 

·       Basic understanding of cloud security fundamentals (e.g., Microsoft Azure basics). 

·       Familiarity with ITIL frameworks or basic IT service management principles. 

·       Working knowledge of core Information Security Tools (e.g., basic firewall concepts, Antivirus/EDR consoles, Identity and Access Management systems). 

·       Entry-level certification or active study toward CompTIA Security+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, Microsoft SC-900 or equivalent. 

·       Practical exposure to Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Intune, Purview, Rapid7, Mimecast or Zscaler. Tool-specific experience is not a prerequisite. 

·       Information Security Awareness conduct. 

Duties:

·       Review assigned security alerts and dashboards, identify obvious anomalies and record initial findings. 

·       Perform first-level alert triage using approved runbooks; escalate suspected incidents within agreed service levels. 

·       Maintain accurate incident tickets, timelines and supporting evidence; assist with post-incident follow-up. 

·       Promote a security-conscious culture within PIC by assisting with user training and security awareness campaigns. 

·       Execute routine user access lifecycle reviews, provisioning, de-provisioning, and maintenance on security systems. 

Competencies and skills: 

·       Analytical problem Solving skills. 

·       Willingness to work after-hours when necessary 

·       Ability to work independently 

·       Experience contributing to security strategy documentation and executive reporting. 

·       Communication, and interpersonal skills 

·       Planning and organising 

Our firm values diversity, and excellence and is committed to the realisation of these across all operations and investment activities. If you are dynamic, resilient, agile, disciplined and willing to be part of a team that is focused on creating meaningful change, you are welcome to submit your application for this position.

Closing Date: 12 October 2026 

* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from C3 – C5, commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. 

The PIC is an equal opportunities employer, aligning appointments with the PIC Employment Equity plan. 

Please forward a copy of your comprehensive curriculum vitae to: Recruitment1@pic.gov.za

Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.

We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position: 

SOC AND INCIDENT RESPONSE ANALYST 

*Job Grade: C3 – C5 

Ref: SOCIRA0453 

Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable 

Centre: Public Investment Corporation, Pretoria 

Purpose of the role: 

The primary purpose of this role is to assist the Security Operations Centre (SOC) team in monitoring, triaging, and responding to security alerts under supervision, helping to mitigate potential financial, operational, legal, and reputational impacts on the PIC. 

Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Systems Engineering, or related field 

·       1 to 2 years of in-service training, internship, or learnership experience in IT Support, Systems Administration, or Information Security. 

·       Foundational understanding of Information Security domains (CIA triad, threat landscapes, vulnerability management). 

·       Basic working knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, specifically Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. 

·       Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP) and operating system fundamentals (Windows/Linux). 

·       Familiarity with SIEM concepts and log analysis. 

·       Cloud and Information Security fundamentals (e.g., Microsoft Azure basics). 

·       Knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for basic automation tasks. 

Duties:

·       Foundational understanding of Information Security domains (CIA triad, threat landscapes, vulnerability management). 

·       Basic working knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, specifically Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. 

·       Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP) and operating system fundamentals (Windows/Linux). 

·       Familiarity with SIEM concepts and log analysis. 

·       Strong analytical and deductive reasoning skills with high attention to detail. 

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting incidents and interacting with users. 

·       Ability to work collaboratively in a team and follow strict escalation matrices. 

Competencies and skills: 

·       Analytical problem Solving skills. 

·       Willingness to work after-hours when necessary 

·       Ability to work independently 

·       Experience contributing to security strategy documentation and executive reporting. 

·       Communication, and interpersonal skills 

·       Planning and organising 

Our firm values diversity, and excellence and is committed to the realisation of these across all operations and investment activities. If you are dynamic, resilient, agile, disciplined and willing to be part of a team that is focused on creating meaningful change, you are welcome to submit your application for this position. 

Closing Date: 12 October 2026 

* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from C3 – C5, commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. 3

The PIC is an equal opportunities employer, aligning appointments with the PIC Employment Equity plan. 

Please forward a copy of your comprehensive curriculum vitae to: Recruitment1@pic.gov.za

Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you consent to the PIC processing your personal information as per applicable laws and the PIC Privacy Policy available on the PIC website (www.pic.gov.za). You are free to withdraw your consent at any time, after which, the PIC may cease processing your application.