Open Positions at National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC

The Individual will primarily be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Oversee the management and optimization of all enterprise business applications, including SAP and other business-critical systems.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP modules and other applications to support business processes effectively.
• Drive the adoption of new features, modules, and technologies within SAP to enhance business operations
• Lead the resolution of complex application issues and ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
• Manage the configuration, customization, and enhancement of SAP modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, HCM, PP, and others.
• Oversee SAP Basis administration, including system performance, patches, upgrades, and security.
• Lead SAP project implementations, upgrades, and rollouts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and project timelines.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process automation and optimization within the SAP environment.
• Ensure the secure and efficient operation of the organization’s network, including LAN, WAN, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
• Develop and enforce policies, standards, and procedures for business application management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational governance frameworks and industry regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Conduct regular audits of business applications to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Stay updated on the latest SAP technologies, tools, and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Lead initiatives to streamline and improve business processes using technology solutions.
• Drive digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and goals.
• Prepare and manage the budget for business applications, ensuring cost-effective solutions and resource allocation.
• Evaluate and recommend investments in new technologies and applications to enhance operational efficiency
• Manage relationships with SAP partners, consultants, and other third-party vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Act as a liaison between IT and business units to gather requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs.
• Ensure vendor SLAs are met and coordinate with external service providers for issue resolution and system enhancements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of business analysts, SAP specialists, and application support professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture, ensuring skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs for team members.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or Information Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing enterprise business applications, with at least 3 years focused on SAP environments.
• Proven track record of leading SAP implementations, upgrades, and support.
• Experience with SAP integration tools such as PI/PO, IDocs, and RFCs.
• At least one of the following SAP certifications:
• SAP Certified Technology Associate
• SAP Certified Application Associate
• SAP Certified Development Associate
• SAP Certified Integration Associate
• SAP Certified Technology Professional
• SAP Certified Application Professional
• SAP Activate Project Manager Certification
• Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile), COBIT or ITIL Certification in service management preferably.

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The Individual will primarily be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive ICT security strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee the deployment and management of cybersecurity technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and SIEM solutions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Establish and enforce ICT security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manage and test disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans (BCP) to ensure resilience against cyber incidents.
• Develop and implement ICT governance frameworks, policies, and processes in alignment with industry best practices (e.g., COBIT, ITIL).
• Ensure the organization complies with applicable laws, regulations, and standards, such as ISO 27001, POPIA, GDPR, or other relevant frameworks.
• Collaborate with business units to align ICT governance with corporate governance and strategic objectives.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure the efficient execution of all ICT projects in alignment with established project management methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of ICT systems, processes, and compliance adherence.
• Establish a risk management framework to identify, analyze, and address ICT security and governance risks.
• Monitor and report on ICT risks, incidents, and mitigation measures to senior management and the board.
• Lead the development of security awareness training programs for employees to minimize human risks.
• Collaborate with Audit, Risk, Governance and Compliance functions in respect of monitoring and implementing compliance processes
• Lead and mentor the ICT Security and Governance team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring the delivery of security services and solutions within agreed SLAs.
• Drive collaboration with other departments to ensure security and governance are embedded in all ICT initiatives.
• Establish security monitoring tools and processes to proactively detect and respond to incidents.
• Provide regular reports on ICT security, compliance, and governance metrics to stakeholders.
• Ensure effective incident response plans are in place and lead investigations into significant security breaches.
• Stay informed of emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions to enhance the organization’s ICT security posture and governance capabilities.
• Responsible for functional budget and overall financial management of the ICT security and governance Section
• Manage ICT security and governance Service Level Agreements (SLA) with service providers
• Ensure cost optimisation measures are in place within the Section
• Implement and effectively manage the approved budgets, procurement plans, report variances, and monitor the implementation of remedial actions to minimise impact
• Build client relations by demonstrating professionalism, appropriate self-confidence, a facilitative communication style, and constructive response to client needs
• Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with team members and others by demonstrating productivity, initiative and flexibility
• Educate management on ICT security and governance concepts by using internal control frameworks and other leading practices to design adequate and effective internal controls
• Establish and maintain lines of communication and systems of reporting within the organisation
• Make presentation on ICT security and governance activities within the NHBRC

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Information Security or Information Technology
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management of Enterprise ICT security environment.

At least one of the following:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager).
• CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control).
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• ISO 27001 certification.
• Proven experience in implementing security frameworks, policies, and ICT governance best practices.
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity technologies (e.g., SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, and threat intelligence platforms).
• Proficiency in ICT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO 27001.