The Department of Home Affairs is a merit-based, equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to delivering on the National Development Plan (NDP) 2030’s goal of eliminating poverty and reducing inequality by enhancing the capacity of the State.
Closing Date: 08 May 2025
How to Apply
- Submit online at https://eRecruitment.dha.gov.za or send to the correct address specified at the bottom of the post
- Applications must include a fully completed Application for Employment Form (new Z83), a comprehensive CV, and details of at least two contactable employment references
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be required to:
- Submit copies of ID documents, qualifications, driver’s license (if required) and current earnings details
- Undergo interviews, tests, assessments, and employment suitability checks
Appointment
- Serving of a prescribed probation period
- Obtaining appropriate security clearance
Position 1: Specialist Cyber Security Engineer
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/1 (2 POSITIONS)
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Directorate: Information System Security
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering (NQF level 6)
- 5 Years’ experience in an IS Security environment
- Extensive experience in Cyber Security or Security Systems engineering
- Knowledge of GITO requirements and Frameworks
- Knowledge of the State Information Technology Agency Act 88 of 1988
- Knowledge of Infrastructure Monitoring, Orchestration and SIEM tools
- Knowledge of IT Security industry certifications
- Extensive knowledge of networks and communication protocols
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze and identify threats and vulnerabilities for infrastructure, systems, processes and procedures
- Coordinate and implement Cyber-Security monitoring, analysis and incident response
- Lead the development and implementation of security applications strategy and framework
- Establish and maintain technical and non-technical security controls
- Co-ordinate and enforce system development processes
- Implement information security as a fundamental element of technology architecture
- Develop and implement security solutions for DHA’s data and systems
- Research, design and advocate new technologies, architecture and security products
Enquiries
Ms T Rakgoale, Tel No: (012) 406 2808
Position 2: Deputy Director: Information Systems Audit
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/2
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Chief Directorate: Internal Audit Services
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology or Internal Audit (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience at Assistant Director or equivalent supervisory level in an Information Systems Auditing environment
- Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and Accounting Systems
- Knowledge of International Internal Audit Standards, Information Systems Audit and Control Association Standards
- Knowledge of Public Service Corporate Governance of ICT Policy Framework
- Knowledge of POPIA, RICA, NCPF and ECTA
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the execution of the information systems audit plan
- Develop objectives and policies for computer application
- Develop, implement and monitor the Application Performance Measures Strategy
- Guide the development and implementation of software and physical security measures
- Monitor Information Systems audit projects
- Partner with management to develop practical solutions to IT internal controls issues
- Establish strong relationships with technology business management
- Manage the continuous improvement of IT audit processes and practices
Enquiries
Ms N Raziya, Tel No: (012) 406 4155
Position 3: Deputy Director: Security Systems
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/3
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Branch: Counter Corruption and Security Services
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ Management experience in an electronic security systems environment
- Experience in conducting security risk assessments and working as a Technician
- Experience installing, commissioning and maintaining IP surveillance, access control, electronic security hardware/software
- Knowledge of GITO requirements and Frameworks
- Knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and Minimum Physical Security Standard (MPSS)
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Identify most suitable security system technology in support of security objectives
- Ensure servers and IT equipment are properly protected
- Ensure the introduction of Environmental Monitoring Systems in all DHA server rooms
- Effective management and maintenance of security technology and systems
- Provide advice and guidance on security technology and systems
- Ensure biometric access in all DHA server rooms, cash offices, control rooms
- Repair, prepare, program and maintain security systems including CCTV
- Assemble electronic and security equipment for effective monitoring of threats
Enquiries
Mr BC Mathatho, Tel No: (012) 406 4250
Position 4: Office Manager
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/4
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Administration, Business Management, Office Management and Technology (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience at Assistant Director or Junior Management level in a Finance environment
- Knowledge of Office Administration and Support
- Knowledge of document management
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver reports and presentations regarding finances and work-related aspects
- Manage and consolidate the Branch’s strategic planning documents and reports
- Brief the Branch Head on engagements and provide relevant documentation and support
- Study correspondence, submissions, and reports and highlight key aspects
- Scrutinize submissions/reports and make notes/recommendations
- Execute research, analyses of information and compile complex documents
- Obtain inputs from Chief Directors, collate and compile reports
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Enquiries
Ms N Mnisi, Tel No: (012) 406 4238
Position 5: Programme Manager
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/5
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Chief Directorate: Learning and Development
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Education, Education and Training, Human Resources Development (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience at Assistant Director, Junior Management or Specialist level
- Extensive experience in Programme Management in Training and Development
- Experience in evaluation of training programmes
- Experience in managing coordination of graduation ceremonies
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement training programmes strategies and plans
- Coordinate training programmes and monitor performance of trainers
- Provide guidance to trainers, learner representatives and stakeholders
- Coordinate the design, delivery and evaluation of training programmes
- Coordinate quarterly meetings with Branch Senior Management
- Ensure continuous professional development of trainers
- Coordinate evaluation of trainees, trainers and assessment of training programmes
- Quality assure training material prior to training
Enquiries
Ms P Makhalima, Tel No: (012) 406 4248
Position 6: Training Specialist
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/6 (2 Positions)
Salary: R849,702 to R1,000,908 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Chief Directorate: Learning and Development
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Human Resources Development, Education and Training, Public Management, Public Administration, Industrial or Organizational Psychology (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience at Assistant Director or Junior Management level in a training and development environment
- Experience in developing and implementing education and training programmes
- Knowledge of DPSA’s skills guidelines, Skills Development Act and Public Service Education and Training Strategies
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct training on matters of National Security within DHA
- Train on Law Enforcement with emphasis on core functions of the DHA (Immigration and Civic Services)
- Conduct training on intelligence gathering and counter intelligence analysis
- Train on detection of fraudulent documents and profiling/classification of behavioral patterns
- Conduct training on basic questioning and investigation
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Enquiries
Ms V Motshegoe, Tel No: (012) 406 4252
Position 7: Assistant Director: Detection
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/7
Salary: R444,036 to R532,602 per annum (Level 9)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Directorate: Prevention
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Public Management and Administration, Business Management and Administration, Statistics or Information Systems (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience at supervisory level in data analysis, statistics and information systems environment
- Experience in Business Processes Management and Data Analysis
- Knowledge of Anti-corruption Framework and MISS
- Knowledge of Data Analytical Tools
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research on identified business processes that may promote irregularities
- Analyze data, identify trends and maintain statistics nationally and internationally
- Recommend preventative measures
- Provide project support to business units and Law Enforcement Agencies during investigations
- Conduct surveys of DHA processes to proactively identify information requirements
- Identify potential breaches and level of understanding of security systems
Enquiries
Ms B Kabinde, Tel No: (012) 406 4239
Position 8: Intrusion Detection Technician
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/8
Salary: R444,036 to R532,602 per annum (Level 9)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Directorate: Information System Security
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or Computer Engineering (NQF level 6)
- 3 Years’ experience in Information Services (IS) or Information Technology (IT) Security environment
- Proven experience of performing security event and correlation monitoring
- Knowledge of Oracle and SQL database
- Knowledge of application of the GITO Requirements and Frameworks
- Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Administrate intruder prevention, fire walling and network application security
- Conduct logs and do discovery on activity events
- Ensure security vulnerability monitoring and remediation
- Identity management of intrusion prevention and security compliance
- Create virtual sandboxes and scripts to support data extraction correlation
- Perform network forensics and identify malware
- Report risks and security events
- Provide network intrusion detection, monitoring, correlation analysis, and support
Enquiries
Ms S Maswanganyi, Tel No: (012) 406 4236
Position 9: Administrative Officer: Awareness
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/9
Salary: R308,154 to R362,994 per annum (Level 7)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Branch: Counter Corruption and Security Services
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in Office Management and Technology, Business Management, Administration Management (NQF level 6)
- 1 Year experience in an administration environment
- Knowledge of Office Administration methodologies
- Knowledge of document management
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general administrative activities in support of the Unit
- Draft submissions, reports, memorandums, minutes and other correspondence
- Perform records and document management functions
- Keep track of all incoming work and ensure deadlines are met
- Liaise with all stakeholders relevant to the Office
- Administrate leave arrangements
- Process claims, payments, invoices and consultant fees
- Oversee office equipment and arrange maintenance/repairs
Enquiries
Ms N Mnisi, Tel No: (012) 406 4238
Position 10: Security Officer
Ref No: HRMC 11/25/10 (2 Positions)
Salary: R155,148 to R182,757 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Head Office: Tshwane, Branch: Counter Corruption and Security Services
Requirements
- Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4)
- PSIRA Grade C Certificate
- Basic security officer’s course
- Knowledge of MISS, Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act
- Knowledge of National Intelligence Strategy Act
- Knowledge of Criminal Procedure Act and POPIA
- Understanding of investigative techniques and methodologies
- Willingness to work shifts and extended hours
Key Responsibilities
- Determine whether visitors have appointments or require services
- Confirm appointments or refer visitors to relevant service delivery points
- Complete admission control register and issue admission control documents/cards
- Escort visitors to relevant employees/venues if required
- Lock and unlock entrances
- Identify suspicious conduct
- Ensure unauthorized persons and dangerous objects don’t enter buildings
- Follow-up on incidents
Enquiries
Ms R Masemola, Tel No: (012) 406 4156
Applications
Applications must be submitted online at https://eRecruitment.dha.gov.za or sent to:
Head Office:
Postal Address: Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001
Physical Address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria, 0001