Specialist: Information System Security at SITA

Information System SecurityCybersecurityVulnerability ManagementRisk ManagementCompliance AssessmentISO 27001ISO 27002COBITITILNISTCIS BenchmarksBusiness ContinuityDisaster RecoverySystems AuditingSecurity TrainingCISSPCISMPermanent

Based in SITA Centurion at SITA. Applications close 22 September 2026. Sector: Information and Communication Technology.

Purpose

To perform ISS assurance functions including compliance and vulnerability assessments, execute activities related to the implementation and maintenance of information security controls and services aligned to the Cybersecurity frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing assessments of cyber threats and associated risks to identify vulnerabilities, evaluate potential impacts, and enhance organizational security posture.
Perform Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery consultations and evaluations.
Coordinate security awareness and training programs to increase employees' overall understanding, reaction time and the ability to envisage the company's potential safety and compliance requirements.
Perform compliance assessments and vulnerability assessments to ensure government and citizen information is secure.
Attend to all logged security incidents.

Requirements

Minimum: 3-Years National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology or Network Management or a relevant discipline NQF level 6 qualification.
3 - 5 Years Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Infrastructure or Information Systems Security (ISS) which should include working knowledge of information security governance processes, frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, ITIL, NIST).
Exposure to information systems security technical standards (e.g. NIST Special Publications, CIS Benchmarks, ISO/IEC standards).
Experience in Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Systems Auditing and Information Security Training.
Working knowledge of vulnerability management tools.

Nice to have

ITIL and COBIT 2019 certifications.
Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Management (CISM).

How to apply

To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the registration and application process through Employment & Labour > Recruitment Citizen. For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882. CVs sent to email addresses will not be considered.

Application deadline

22 September 2026

SITA

SITA Centurion

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Frequently asked questions

When do applications close for this Specialist: Information System Security role?

Applications close on Tuesday, 22 September 2026. Submit yours through SITA's official application channel before that date. Late applications are typically not considered.

Where is this Specialist: Information System Security role based?

The position is based in SITA Centurion. Check the job description above for any hybrid arrangement, and confirm specifics with SITA directly if remote work is important to you.

What does SITA do?

SITA is an Employment Equity employer operating in the ICT sector, managing government information systems and software development.

What skills or experience does this role require?

Based on this listing, SITA is looking for candidates with experience in Information System Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Compliance Assessment, ISO 27001. Read the full job description above for complete requirements, including any qualification or years-of-experience thresholds.

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