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POST 11/124 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PHYSICAL SECURITY
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Requirements
Proven experience managing physical security operations and compliance to MISS/MPSS.
Experience conducting security risk assessments and incident investigations.
Experience managing access control, CCTV systems and TSCM coordination.
Experience liaising with SSA, SAPS, Metro Police and other security stakeholders.
Experience managing guarding contracts and monitoring service provider performance.
Experience delivering security awareness training and developing communication materials.
People management experience including supervision of security staff and contractors.
Experience preparing monthly and incident reports and recommending remediation measures.
Ability to work under pressure, travel and respond to security incidents.
Knowledge of regulatory framework.
Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office Packages)
Duties
Physical Security Management: Manage and monitor compliance with MISS and MPSS; review security policies and SOPs.
Oversee access control, CCTV and security systems; evaluate and recommend system improvements.
Attend and manage physical security incidents and implement corrective actions.
Physical Security Awareness: Design and deliver physical security awareness and induction training; publish communiques and newsflashes.
Coordinate external presentations (e.g., SAPS) and liaise with external security agencies.
Security Committee & Coordination: Arrange and service security committee meetings; prepare meeting packs and minutes; coordinate quarterly meetings with stakeholders.
Security Sweeping & TSCM: Coordinate TSCM sweeping for ministerial and sensitive areas and facilitate pre-inspections and SSA sweeping.
Investigations & Risk Assessments.
Conduct investigations into breaches, perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective measures.
Support risk assessments for events and office environments and follow up cases with SAPS as required.
Reporting: Compile monthly reports, inspection reports and incident reports for management with recommendations.
Procurement & Contract Management: Facilitate procurement of physical security systems and suppliers for guarding services in regional offices.
Staff Supervision.
Supervise Security Admin Officers and guarding companies; perform inspections and advise on deployment improvements.
How to apply
Email: applications@thedtic.gov.za
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Notes
In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given to African males, Coloured females and White males.