(1154) Divisional Head: Security Infrastructure and Incident Management - GSMD

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to provide leadership and strategic direction for the Security Infrastructure and Incident Management Division, which includes the provision/oversight of the physical security systems, physical security infrastructure, and security liaison and response functions.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Oversee functions of the division (i.e. the provision/oversight of the physical security systems, physical security infrastructure, and security liaison and response functions).
• Provide input into the departmental strategy and policy in line with the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) strategy, and communicate and clarify the vision and strategic goals of the department to own team. 
• Develop and implement policies for the division in support of the departmental strategy. 
• Develop and implement the divisional operational plan to ensure strategic and operational objectives are achieved. 
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedures and audit findings to mitigate risk in the division. 
• Oversee the management of all personnel and resources allocated to the division. 
• Create a performance culture in the division, define performance expectations and conduct effective performance management of direct reports. 
• Oversee the divisional costs, ensuring alignment with related functions and the organisational value chain. 
• Oversee and authorise the provision of management information for decision-making purposes. 
• Oversee the provision of security systems management for the SARB Group to ensure that appropriate security infrastructure is utilised, and that adequate support and maintenance mechanisms are in place. 
• Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of security systems to ensure a secure operational environment. 
• Oversee the SARB Group’s capacity to manage and coordinate all incidents through the National Operations Centre (NOC). 
• Oversee the provision of security services across the SARB Group in line with the service delivery model. 
• Oversee the National Incident Management Centre and ensure that the SARB Group is able to adequately and appropriately detect, respond and recover from relevant incidents.
• Oversee physical assets and infrastructure design elements within a facility for security purposes unrelated to systems.

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• an Honours degree/Postgraduate Diploma (NQF8) in Computer Science, Information Technology or an equivalent qualification;
• a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a security and/or systems management environment with at least five years in a senior management position; and
• sound knowledge and experience in areas such as incident management, infrastructure management, security systems management and stakeholder engagement.

The following would be an added advantage:

• successfully completed a Senior Management Development Programme.

Additional requirements include:

• leading change;
• strategic thinking; 
• building and maintaining trust;
• developing and empowering others;
• fostering diversity and inclusion;
• leading teams through effective communication and collaboration;
• managing complexity and ambiguity;
• building and maintaining relationships;
• a drive for results; and
• sound judgement and decision-making skills.

About SARB

 

Primary mandate of the SARB

 

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

 

WHAT WE DO

 

Monetary Policy

 

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

 

Financial Stability

 

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

 

Prudential Regulation

 

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

 

Financial Markets

 

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

 

Financial Surveillance

 

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

 

Payments and Settlements

 

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

 

Statistics

 

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

 

Research

 

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

 

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.