Pretoria: Manager: Security Systems Design Applications

Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, research and build of security systems (ACS, CCTV, alarms, sensors, perimeter systems). Provide strategic oversight for the team’s security research and system design initiatives. High-level technical guidance and support to Security Researchers, Functional Specialists and System Engineers. Develop and enforce system standards, frameworks and governance. Evaluate new security technologies and ensure fit-for-purpose implementation. Oversee incident response strategies and ensure system resilience. Manage third-party vendors, security technologies and major system deployments. Collaborate with Architects, ICT teams and various business units to ensure alignment. Qualifications & Experience: Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Information Technology, Security Systems Management, Electronics Security Systems OR a closely related qualification. 8 to 10 years’ experience in a security systems research, design and applications support environment, of which 3 to 5 years in a managerial or leadership capacity; and Sound knowledge and experience in areas such as system architecture and design, security frameworks and standards, system integration and stakeholder engagement. 3 to 5 years at a managerial/leadership level, guiding Technical teams. Additional Skills: Security frameworks and standards. System architecture and integration. Strategic thinking and innovation. Strong stakeholder engagement. Leadership of technical teams. ICT Infrastructure.