Security Officer
Department Of Home Affairs (Dha)
- Salary (as advertised)
- R170 226 – R200 523 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Certificate / N-level / trade
- Closing date
- Not stated — check the original listing
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In brief
**Overview** The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is recruiting for seven (7) Security Officer positions (Reference No: HRMC 71/26/3) within its Counter Corruption and Security Services Branch. These roles offer a salary of R170,226 to R200,523 per annum at Level 03. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Performing access control functions. * Ensuring safety within the building and premises through patrols to identify fire hazards, suspicious objects, and packages. * Preventing unauthorized movement of equipment and stores in or out of the premises. * Administering the control room. * Monitoring Close Circuit Television (CCTV). * Managing keys. * Reporting faulty security equipment. * Administering all control room activities, including key control, incident management, visitors and contractors, and maintaining registers. * Handling documents at points of entry according to prescripts. * Applying emergency procedures in the event of an emergency. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 National Senior Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognised by SAQA. * Basic security officer’s course, Grade C. * Basic education and training. * PSIRA Grade C Certificate. * Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. * Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury regulations. * Knowledge of the Minimum Information Security standards (MISS). * Knowledge of the National Intelligence Strategy Act. * Knowledge of the Protection of Information Act. * Understanding of investigative techniques and methodology. * Knowledge of Control of Access to Public Premises and vehicle Act. * Knowledge of departmental legislation as well as Human Resources legislation and prescripts. * Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Act of 1977 as amended. * Knowledge of Protection of Personal Information Act no 4 of 2013 as amended. * Willingness for shift working. * Willingness to travel and work extended hours. * **Required skills and competencies:** Client orientation and customer focus, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem solving, Program and Project Administration, Conflict Management and Resolution, Coordination and planning, Ability to meet deadlines, Presentation Skills, Interpersonal skills, Tactical skill, Communication, Analytical skills, Decision Making, Interviewing skills, Computer Literacy. * **Personal attributes:** Patriotism, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate and a PSIRA Grade C Certificate, who have also completed a basic security officer's course. Candidates must possess comprehensive knowledge of relevant public service and security legislation, including the PFMA, MISS, and various Acts pertaining to information protection and access control. The ideal candidate will be willing to work shifts, extended hours, and travel, demonstrating strong skills in client focus, problem-solving, communication, analysis, and computer literacy. Essential personal attributes include patriotism, honesty, integrity, and accountability. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-home-affairs-dha-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-hrmc-71-26-3 Source: govpage
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