Section Head: Cyber Crime and Deep Web Investigations: Division: Detective and Forensic Services: Re-Advertisement (at the level of Brigadier) Ref Number: 26/10/3881

South African Police Service (Saps)

Location
Gauteng
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Section Head specializing in Cyber Crime and Deep Web Investigations within the South African Police Service (SAPS), at the level of Brigadier, in the Division of Detective and Forensic Services. The primary focus of this position is to lead and manage investigations related to cybercrime and activities on the deep web. **What you will do** * Ensure the rendering of an effective and efficient investigation of Cyber Crime and Deep Web Investigation. * Manage the effective and efficient investigation of case dockets and enquiries regarding Dark Web Investigation and Analysis. * Manage the coordination of Cyber Crime Investigations within the Detective Service Including Provinces. * Manage the Operational management of the Section. * Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English. * Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence. * Must have no tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. * Will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate. * Will be required to undergo a Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. * Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher in Information Technology (IT) or an equivalent 3-year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post. * Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. **Who should apply** Candidates with the following skills and qualifications would be a strong fit for this role: * Skills in strategic capability, analytical ability, and leadership. * Proficiency in programme and project management, financial management, change management, and service delivery innovation. * Experience in problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, and client orientation. * Experience in audit and assurance, audit and risk management, and stakeholder management. * An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post. * Relevant training and development in Management, Leadership, and/or Project Management. * Knowledge, training, and proficiency of the Efficiency Index Performance Chart, CRIM, CAS and/or Circulation Systems. * Training in the use of tools such as Amped Five, Axiom, Data Pilot, XRY, Encase, FTK among others. * Successful completion of a Detective Course / Detective Learning Programme / Resolving of Crime ROC and/or Detective Commander’s Course / Detective Commander Learning Programme DCLP. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/section-head-cyber-crime-and-deep-web-investigations-division-detective-and-forensic-services-re-advertisement-at-the-level-of-brigadier-ref-number-26-10-3881-south-african-police-service-saps Source: myjobmag

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    Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: * Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; * Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: * Must have no tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; * Will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and * Will be required to undergo a Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: * The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: * Must have at least a three 3 year Degree or Diploma accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher in Information Technology IT or equivalent 3 year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post. * An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post, relevant training and development in Management, Leadership and / or Project Management, knowledge, training and proficiency of the Efficiency Index Performance Chart, CRIM, CAS and / or Circulation Systems may be an added advantage; * Training in the use of the following tools may be an advantage: Amped Five, Axiom, Data Pilot, XRY, Encase, FTK among others; * The successful completion of a Detective Course / Detective Learning Programme / Resolving of Crime ROC and / or Detective Commander’s Course / Detective Commander Learning Programme DCLP will serve as an added advantage; and * Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: * To ensure the rendering of an effective and efficient investigation of Cyber Crime and Deep Web Investigation. * Manage the effective and efficient investigation of case dockets and enquiries regarding Dark Web Investigation and Analysis. * Manage the coordination of Cyber Crime Investigations within the Detective Service Including Provinces. * Manage the Operational management of the Section. * Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.

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