Seize a leadership opportunity that offers the scope to influence security infrastructure at a strategic level within a leading financial and banking institution. This role provides a platform for seasoned professionals to leverage their expertise in managing complex security systems and leading high-performing teams to maintain operational excellence.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Lead the management, maintenance, and continuous improvement of physical and electronic security systems to ensure their integrity, reliability, and operational readiness.

• Develop governance frameworks that ensure all security systems are consistently operational and aligned with organizational security objectives.

• Oversee the proactive maintenance of security systems across all entities within the organization, minimizing downtime and enhancing system availability.

• Maintain a comprehensive database of security system information, track anomalies, and coordinate timely resolutions of system failures and maintenance needs.

• Implement operational risk management strategies for electronic security infrastructure, identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating potential threats.

• Compile, analyse, and report on security system performance metrics to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.

• Lead and develop a skilled security systems team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth.

• Contribute to lifecycle analysis, research, and design processes to develop fit-for-purpose security solutions.

• Manage the security department’s capital and operational budgets, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

Requirements:

• NQF 8 qualification/ Honours degree in Information Technology/Security Systems Management/Electronics Security Systems or related

• Proven leadership and management experience in security infrastructure, ideally within a financial or similar high-security environment.

• Strong skills in security incident management, security management, relevant legislation and regulations, electronic security systems, computer-based systems and SANS Standards.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement governance and risk mitigation frameworks.

• Budget management experience with a focus on operational efficiency.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to lead and empower teams effectively.

Nice to Have:

• Experience or familiarity with information technology (IT) systems.

What We'll Give You:

• An opportunity to lead critical security functions within a respected financial institution.

• The chance to develop and implement innovative security solutions.

• A dynamic work environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Supportive leadership committed to your success.

Take the next step in your leadership career and make a tangible impact on the security posture of a prominent organization. Apply now to join a team where your expertise will shape the future of security infrastructure management.