About the Role
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is seeking an Information Security Officer based in Pretoria, Gauteng. This vital role supports the safeguarding of sensitive information and ensures compliance with established security standards. The Information Security Officer will play a crucial role in protecting the integrity and confidentiality of data, which ultimately contributes to the effective functioning of public service in South Africa. By implementing robust security measures, you will help foster trust and transparency within the department and the communities it serves.
This position involves a variety of responsibilities that are essential to maintaining information security protocols. The successful candidate will monitor and control the movement of information, conduct security audits, and facilitate security awareness training for new officials. This role is integral to the effective governance of information, impacting the department’s ability to serve the public efficiently and securely.
About the Department
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is committed to transforming land ownership patterns in South Africa, promoting equitable access to land, and supporting sustainable rural development. With a mission to create a more inclusive society, the department works tirelessly to ensure that land resources are utilized in a way that benefits all South Africans. Working here means contributing to significant social and economic changes that uplift communities and empower individuals.
What You’ll Do
- Perform document and information management control to enhance security.
- Implement document and information security measures in compliance with the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
- Monitor the movement of information within the department to ensure proper handling.
- Develop and enforce departmental security policies and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct security audits and after-hours inspections to identify vulnerabilities.
- Facilitate communications security and conduct regular security inspections.
- Conduct information security awareness sessions and provide training for newly appointed officials.
- Prepare and distribute awareness materials regarding information security.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Management, Records Management, Security Management, or a related qualification (NQF Level 6).
- At least 1 year of experience in a relevant working environment.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Sound knowledge of information security, records management, and minimum information standards.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent facilitation, report writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively as required by the job.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours or by email to the specified address below.
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Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicant must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Management / Records Management / Security Management (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification.Minimum of 1 year experience in relevant working environment.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: Knowledge of information security, records management, and minimum information standards.
Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written), Facilitation, Report writing, Interpersonal relations and analytical.
Must be able to travel extensively.
Job Duties
Perform document/information management control.Implement Document and Information Security in terms of MISS.
Monitor and inspect the movement of information within DLRRD.
Implement standards for ensuring controlled access of information.
Implement departmental security policies and standard operating procedures.
Develop standard operating procedures in line with MISS.
Ensure classification of sensitive information in line with MISS.
Ensure that all officials complete declaration of secrecy forms.
Perform security audits.
Perform after-hours inspections.
Report incidents pertaining to information security.
Ensure that all officials complete declaration of secrecy forms.
Facilitate Communication Security through SSA.
Conduct ad hoc Registries Security inspection in line with MISS.
Integrated Security Strategy of DLRRD in line with MISS and MPSS.
Conduct Information Security Awareness.
Conduct induction presentations to newly appointed officials.
Conduct feedback sessions on Security Audit and Assessments.
Conduct Integrated Security Awareness.
Develop an awareness pamphlet and ensure communication.
Develop and Communicate Information Security Plans.
