Senior Manager - Security Services X1 (Permanent)
Company
Special Investigating Unit
Location
Pretoria
Posted
10 days ago
Via
via Jooble
Job Description
Senior Manager - Security Services X1 (Permanent)
Listing reference: siu_000067
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 10 April 2026
Position summary
Job category: Other: Safety and Security
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
About our company
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), a Schedule 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is an independent statutory body that was established in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act No. 74 of 1996. The primary mandate of the SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption, malpractice and maladministration in government departments, municipalities and State-Owned Entities, and to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team passionate about the fight against corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State. The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the opportunities to serve the Unit.
Main purpose : To lead and direct operational and provincial security support to the SIU to ensure that an effective, efficient and robust security system exists and is effectively managed within the SIU in terms of the Minimum Information Security Standards and other relevant legislations. To identify, develop, implement and maintain security processes, practices and policies throughout the SIU to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure and liability in all areas of information, financial, physical, personnel, customers, stakeholders, visitors and reputation risk.
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to) : Operational Planning and Implementation. Safety Management. Risk Analysis, Threat Assessments and Research. Security Training and Awareness. Collaboration with SSA. Project Management. Vendor Management. Budget Management. Staff Management.
Technical skills : Communication. Interpersonal. Presentation. Management. Risk Management and Risk Management Systems. Report Writing. Planning and organising. Project Management. Relationship management. Time management. Investigations. Security Audits and contingency Planning. Analytical. Contract Management
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to) : Sound knowledge of safety and security laws, rules and procedures, including without limitation as amended from time to time: Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Regulations, Risk Management Framework in Public Sector, public security, including the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS). Sound knowledge of SHE legislation. In‑depth technical knowledge of information system security technology. Sound technical knowledge in security related systems. Sound knowledge of risk identification, risk management and risk management systems. Understanding of the public sector risk profile. Knowledge of financial principles. Advanced MS Office proficiency. Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Results oriented. Confidentiality. Reliable. Integrity. Independent. Self‑starter. Innovative.
Minimum qualification and experience: B Honours Degree in Security Management or Police or Risk or Legal or Audit Field (NQF8). Successful completion of State Security Advisory Training or possession of Security Advisor Training Certificate. Occupational Health Certificates would be advantageous. Be subjected to a security clearance of Top‑Secret or in possession of a Top‑Secret Clearance. PSIRA related certificates. 6‑8 years’ experience in security management, of which 4 years is at a management level. Experience in corporate security management and corporate security management and corporate investigations.
PLEASE NOTE:
• The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• The SIU is an Anti‑Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
• Fraudulent qualifications or documentations will automatically disqualify candidates.
• All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy and a favourable end report is essential.
• Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received means that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
• POPIA disclaimer : In line with Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 by applying for this position it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information, and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloureds and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
• The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
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Listing reference: siu_000067
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 10 April 2026
Position summary
Job category: Other: Safety and Security
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
About our company
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), a Schedule 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is an independent statutory body that was established in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act No. 74 of 1996. The primary mandate of the SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption, malpractice and maladministration in government departments, municipalities and State-Owned Entities, and to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team passionate about the fight against corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State. The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the opportunities to serve the Unit.
Main purpose : To lead and direct operational and provincial security support to the SIU to ensure that an effective, efficient and robust security system exists and is effectively managed within the SIU in terms of the Minimum Information Security Standards and other relevant legislations. To identify, develop, implement and maintain security processes, practices and policies throughout the SIU to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure and liability in all areas of information, financial, physical, personnel, customers, stakeholders, visitors and reputation risk.
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to) : Operational Planning and Implementation. Safety Management. Risk Analysis, Threat Assessments and Research. Security Training and Awareness. Collaboration with SSA. Project Management. Vendor Management. Budget Management. Staff Management.
Technical skills : Communication. Interpersonal. Presentation. Management. Risk Management and Risk Management Systems. Report Writing. Planning and organising. Project Management. Relationship management. Time management. Investigations. Security Audits and contingency Planning. Analytical. Contract Management
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to) : Sound knowledge of safety and security laws, rules and procedures, including without limitation as amended from time to time: Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Regulations, Risk Management Framework in Public Sector, public security, including the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS). Sound knowledge of SHE legislation. In‑depth technical knowledge of information system security technology. Sound technical knowledge in security related systems. Sound knowledge of risk identification, risk management and risk management systems. Understanding of the public sector risk profile. Knowledge of financial principles. Advanced MS Office proficiency. Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Results oriented. Confidentiality. Reliable. Integrity. Independent. Self‑starter. Innovative.
Minimum qualification and experience: B Honours Degree in Security Management or Police or Risk or Legal or Audit Field (NQF8). Successful completion of State Security Advisory Training or possession of Security Advisor Training Certificate. Occupational Health Certificates would be advantageous. Be subjected to a security clearance of Top‑Secret or in possession of a Top‑Secret Clearance. PSIRA related certificates. 6‑8 years’ experience in security management, of which 4 years is at a management level. Experience in corporate security management and corporate security management and corporate investigations.
PLEASE NOTE:
• The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• The SIU is an Anti‑Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
• Fraudulent qualifications or documentations will automatically disqualify candidates.
• All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy and a favourable end report is essential.
• Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received means that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
• POPIA disclaimer : In line with Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 by applying for this position it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information, and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloureds and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
• The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
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