Vacant Positions at ATNS

Job description

Cyber Security Management - 

• Develop and implement risk-based cybersecurity strategy, governance and protocols able to protect the organisation’s data and information at all times.
• Manage cybersecurity threats and incidences through the understanding, detection and analysis of potential emerging and actual information security threats and vulnerabilities, and the implementation of control measures to minimize or avoid the impact thereof on systems availability and business operations.
• Lead and direct the selection, utilisation and adoption of cybersecurity products and associated licensing models for the organization. Guide the development of monitoring and tracking systems for potential and emerging cybersecurity threats and control measures and manage cyber incidents efficiently to minimize its impact on the availability of systems and disruption of business operations.
• Manage the operations and controls of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with KING III and ISO 27000. Manage the implementation of key information security projects.
• Obtain internal and external security intelligence for investigation of security incidents. Manage investigations, responses and actions of information security incidents.
• Write incident reports and submit to the Head for decision-making purposes. Identify, apply and ensure adherence to good information security practices. Source and implement security measures to required business standards and requirements.
• Ensure that identified Business Continuity risks are mitigated and addressed. Investigate calls related to the recovery of deleted files by analysing and interpreting data linked to crime, and uncovering links between events, groups and individuals through the pursuit of data trails. Maintain detailed records of investigations for audit purposes and to be used as evidence in court.

Monitoring - 

• Manage the continuous scanning and monitoring of all IT cyber security domains, i.e. networks, firewalls, anti-virus, mobile devices, patch management. Ensure regular updating of network anti-virus spyware, malware and greyware software.
• Ensure continuous management and monitoring of threats and vulnerabilities. Analyze and assess potential security risks, develop plans and put measures in place such as firewalls and encryption, and monitor and audit systems for abnormal activity to deal with security incidents. Make recommendations based on various monitoring outputs to improve the security status of the organization.
• Scan and monitor all IT cyber security domains on a continuous basis. Monitor the governance aspects related to ICT security within ATNS to ensure the security of data and information and that required standards are maintained.
• Monitor adherence to policies and processes related to ICT Security. Ensure that routine standard operating procedures are documented, kept up to date and followed. Prepare ICT security reports for the Integrated Security Forum. 
• Ensure continuous vulnerability management on CNS systems by performing regular cybersecurity obligations, threat context and exposure and risk to establish maturity. 
• Support the use of secure private cloud-based SaaS, PaaS and IaaS solutions, leveraging enterprise agreements where possible to advance the ATNS cloud strategy. Monitor and ensure that security is an intrinsic element in ATNS software development processes. Keep abreast of technology trends, local and global regulatory requirements, and best practices in solution delivery and application management.

Security Investigation Management - 

• Manage the investigation of security incidents/events to ensure that the IT security posture remains intact. Ensure that forensic investigations receive the support required. Operate and control the Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with KING III and ISO 27000 governance requirements.
• Manage the implementation of key information security projects. Conduct information gathering on internal and external security intelligence for investigation into security incidents. Write incident reports and submit to the Head for decision-making purposes. Identify and implement suitable tool sets to manage the security environment. Ensure effective management of security events.

Stakeholder Relations Management - 

• Maintain constructive and productive stakeholder relations across the business, and with vendors and relevant external parties to support collaboration and alignment. Manage outputs by third-party suppliers to ensure optimum value.

Governance, Compliance, Risk Management & Reporting - 

• Develop, implement and manage organisation-wide ICT security processes, programmes and controls to ensure the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information resources.
• Ensure compliance with all IT policies, procedures and standards relating to IT Security Systems with applicable security governance and standards. Manage configuration and change control records with regards to IT Security Systems activities.
• Ensure and report on IT DRP exercises that are conducted with business on all IT Security Systems as well as make recommendations for continues improvement in order to ensure business continuity (all managers governance section). Assist with the development and review of current disaster recovery management plan (all managers governance section).
• Identify key risks, develop and implement effective mitigating plans and actions in order to avoid or minimise relevant risks, and report and raise these risks in the appropriate forums.
• Conduct high level security audits. Manager IT risk audits to provide an integrated view of IT-related risks. Develop and maintain a clear national governance and accountability framework for civil aviation cybersecurity. Ensure compliance with relevant regulation and legislative requirements including POPIA, GDPR, ECT, etc. 
• Ensure that effective data recovery plans are in place to ensure business continuity in case of a disaster or potential threats. Ensure adherence and compliance with the relevant regulatory framework. Select, apply and ensure adherence to good information security practices. Identify the key IT security risks across the business and raise in applicable forums. 
• Ensure that the Business Continuity risks related to cyber security are mitigated and addressed. Ensure that security architecture meets the minimum performance and availability requirements and that it is in line with the overall ICT strategy and cyber security requirements of the organization. 
• Manage the dependencies between the various areas of the business and ensure that all security components are aligned. Ensure training of all users on the applicable compliance and governance requirements. Ensure timely compilation and submission of all required reports (internal and external) to ensure compliance with all governance requirements.

Financial Management - 

• Participate in the planning and development of the security management budget. Manage delegated expenditure in line with business objectives and priorities, and within approved financial parameters. Report on all costs incurred against the approved budget, including possible variances. Ensure compliance with Finance policies, processes and guidelines.

People Management - 

• Manage employees in accordance with HC policies and processes. Ensure that new employees have been properly on-boarded and trained prior to commencing work. Monitor the time and attendance of subordinates, take appropriate action in the case of absenteeism, and report to the Head and Human Capital.
• Participate in the conclusion of performance management contract(s) and monitor performance. Manage the performance of direct reports in line with the performance management process.
• Conduct talent reviews of staff as required by the HC Talent Management process. Mentor and coach staff as required to ensure continuous development and availability of the required at all times.
• Ensure the transfer of knowledge and skills to enable sustainability within Capacity Planning from a succession management perspective. Develop a robust cybersecurity culture through structured training and awareness programs to capacitate the ATSEPs from end to end i.e. Cybersecurity Education, Training and Skills.
• Ensure that staff is managed in accordance with HC policies, processes and practices. Ensure continuous development of staff. Ensure that staff remain suitably trained to achieve expected performance outcomes in a dynamic technology environment.
• Create and maintain a harmonious and effective work environment to support a motivated, high- performance culture. Educate and upskill development teams and managers on secure coding practices, OWASP standards, and other IT security-related subjects.

Apply by: 18 March 2026

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Job description

Contract Management - 

• Manage contracts from the tendering phase to project close-out, ensuring a reduction in contract management costs. Review and ensure efficient allocation of new contract requests in line with ATNS internal policies to ensure compliance with the legal function’s turnover commitment.
• Manage contracts between suppliers/service providers across business in accordance with industry practices and legal requirements, and in compliance with supply chain management policies.
• Review, develop and draft contract language, including clauses, provisions, and attachments for use in current and future contracts, to ensure compliance with ATNS’ requirements.
• Draft and prepare a wide range of contracts to give effect to the intended outputs and outcomes. Draft, review and vet legal documents, including but not limited to, breach notices, letters of demand, acknowledgement of debt agreements, etc., to ensure that contracts are enforced and relationships with contracting parties are preserved.
• Execute follow-ups in terms of contract execution, coordinate correspondence with stakeholders, confirm receipt of communication and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Draft and review lease agreements to ensure that it meets the needs of key stakeholders and reduce the risk of disputes. Utilize a Contract Management System for the registration of contracts.
• Extract data from the Contract Management System to produce contract register reports consisting of a comprehensive list of all contract details and status. Issue notices to business for upcoming contract expirations to ensure that key stakeholders have control over their contract portfolio and optimize the Contract Management processes.
• Identify, track and accordingly update changes to contracts including amendments, modifications, and terminations. Maintain an updated record of all ATNS’s contracts drafted, concluded, reviewed, interpreted and vetted by the Legal function.
• Ensure that robust contract management and review processes and procedures are in place, identifying areas for improvement, managing and mitigating risk in the organization.
• Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to active contracts as well as those in progress. Prepare regular reports on contract performance, including updates on outstanding issues, risk trends and provide recommendations for improvements to support informed decision making by the Contracts Manager

General Administration - 

• Draft legal precedents which include but are not limited to Data Protection Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and Memorandum of Understanding. Provide support for projects within the contracts function, assist with planning, coordination, and implementation to ensure timely completion and successful delivery. Responsible for conducting a variety of legal research to stay informed of current industry practices and legal requirements.
• Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on contract management processes and industry best practice in accordance with the training plan. Coordinate with relevant internal functions, such as Legal, Supply Chain Management, IT and other business functions, to ensure timely completion of contracts and alignment with company goals.
• Serve as a link between the Contracts Manager and key stakeholders ensuring sound working relations and providing support and promote collaboration. Support the Contracts Manager in the preparations for internal and external audits and submission of required documents within agreed timeframes to ensure that there are no findings by the auditors

Compliance and Risk Management - 

• Utilize the Contract Management System to streamline the contract management process, track developments, and ensure compliance. Ensure effective maintenance of contractual records and documentation.
• Ensure legal processes are followed and that all contracts are compliant with relevant legislation. Identify and manage contractual risks and issues and provide appropriate mitigating solutions and recommendations.
• Develop, implement and maintain contract management policies and standard operating procedures. Inform key internal stakeholders on the contracts management process in order to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Implement corrective measures where needed. Simplify complex contract concepts through effective communication to promote contract awareness and compliance throughout the organization. Conduct annual review of the Contract Management Policy and procedures

Stakeholder Relations Management - 

• Build and maintain sound relationships with key stakeholders. Communicate and engage with relevant stakeholders on a regular basis to facilitate collaboration and alignment.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• LLB-degree or equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience: 

• Minimum 3 years’ post articles experience in contracts management

Apply by: 18 March 2026

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Job description

• To provide ATS specific and related generic training and development services to clients, in accordance with laid down internal and external regulations, rules, directives and procedures. 

Minimum requirements

Formal Qualifications: 

• Matric/ High school diploma
• Bachelor’s degree is preferable.
• Has completed all relevant rating courses from ICAO approved academy/school or college.
• Train- the-Trainer course from ICAO approved academy/school or college.
• Certificate of competence for assessor and moderator courses.
• ICAO English language proficiency (ELP) level 5.

Experience:

• Have / had ATC license from ICAO approved authority for a period of 10 years or more with the Area Procedural / Surveillance and Approach Procedural / Surveillance ratings or all validated ATS rating disciplines.
• Have ATS Instructor license / certificate issued by ICAO approved authority for 5 years or more.
• Operational experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulator platform (e.g. TopSky, ATC Coach etc)
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and classroom management techniques.
• Experience of strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulator systems and procedures.
• Experience of 5 years as an assessor and moderator.
• Experience of course development (Competency based training & assessment) would be valuable.

Apply by: 30 September 2026

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Job description

Major Activities

• Flight Procedures Data Input and Management - Provision of technical advice during the URS consultation process;  Production of conceptual designs in preparation for and during the URS consultation process
• Facilitating the sourcing of data relevant to procedure design;  Processing of raw data for incorporation into design environment;  Initializing and preparation of the design environment as required by FPS utilizing correct, verified data;  
• Facilitate the production of conceptual design charts for stakeholder consultation;  Assist Charting Specialist in the preparation of base drawings for charting purposes;
• Ensuring timeous delivery of projects through monitoring and updating of project managers; Collate and document all relevant information/data associated with the design of flight procedures as part of the preparation of the Procedure Design Package in accordance with SACAA MOP’s Annexure C.
• Flight Procedures and Airspace Design - Design Flight Procedures and Airspace as per AP005, including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol I and ICAO DOC 9613 criteria accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with the relevant criteria and the SACAA Manual of Procedures, that designs are compliant for the safe operation of aircraft;  
• Adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations;  Production of Design drawings;  Production of detailed Flight Procedure Design reports, tabulations, textual descriptions and supplementary information;
• Production of Calculation records;  Consultation, co-ordination and liaison with clients;  Ensuring compliance with NEMPAA and other environmental considerations; Verification of flight procedure designs;  
• Conduct research into new technology, Instrument Flight Procedure developments and Aeronautical Navigation advancements;  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and AIM;  Maintain documentation as per ISO and ATNS filing system;  Provision of technical advice and input to the airspace design function;  
• Provision of accountable advice and input to internal or external stakeholders regarding new, existing, amended or suspended instrument flight procedures; Preparation of information regarding flight procedure design activities within ATNS at workshops;  Developing investigative reports for Management or the Safety and Regulations Section;  Provide professional advice into the development of relative Civil Aviation Legislation.
• Obstacle Evaluations - Conduct obstacle Obstacle/s Assessments against Flight Procedures including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and Annex 14;  Creation of Annex 14 assessment and evaluation report including decision to recommend obstacle/s or not;  Maintain documentation as per ISO and ATNS filing system.
• General Duties - Provide input into PANS-OPS section budgeting requirements;  Provide input into PANS-OPS section training requirements;  Provision of OJT training to internal and external FPS trainees;  
• Maintenance of training records for FPS trainees;  Effective Office Management and personnel resources;  Aeronautical Information Management Exchange Database utilization/updating/population;  
• Amendments, Maintenance and Input to internal Quality Assurance procedures concerning flight procedure design in accordance with ISO Standards;  
• Accountable to Principal Flight Procedure Specialist or Senior Manager: ATM as applicable concerning the completion of projects in compliance with defined projected timescales;  Facilitation and assistance with FPS Software related matters, including software support.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Basic PANS-OPS Course including On-The-Job Training;
• Advanced PANS-OPS Course in line with ICAO requirements. 

Minimum Experience

• Completed Flight Procedure Specialist On-the-job training programme.

Apply by: 30 September 2026

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Introduction

• ATNS is seeking candidates to provide ATS specific and related generic training and development services to clients, in accordance with laid down internal and external regulations, rules, directives and procedures.

Job description

• Prepare pre-course administration as per approved curricula/syllabi and QMS requirements.
• Draft a course Programme for each course and ensure approval thereof in accordance with the QMS.
• Oversee arrangements for certification and graduation of delegates as per QMS.
• Meet specific section, team and individual research and development objectives.
• Ensure familiarity with international and domestic client training and development needs.
• Contribute and participate in the ATA ATS Section’s Continuation Training Programme.
• Conduct research and development in areas of expertise.
• Conduct theory and practical tests and assessments in compliance with QMS procedures.
• Conduct training according to the approved syllabi, curricula, lesson plans, practical exercises and training objectives.
• Ensure evaluation of training presented, as stipulated in the QMS.
• Compliance with scheduled activities as per approved course programs to be observed and ensured.
• Conduct theory and practical assessments feedback to students in compliance with QMS procedures.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Experience

• ATS qualification as prescribed in ATNS Company Policies
• On-the-job training qualification from an approved institution.
• Train-the-trainer qualification from an approved institution will be an advantage.
• Assessor and moderator qualifications from an approved institution will be an advantage.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum period of two years post validation experience in an operational environment as a validated ATC.

Apply by: 30 September 2026