Overview
Data Security Specialist Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Old Mutual Limited
** Let’s Write Africa’s Story Together!
** Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
** Job Description
** Provides more advanced technical support either remotely or physically to help end-user resolve issues with computer hardware and software by responding to inquiries and requests. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and addresses problems as well as identifies and implements appropriate IT solutions to enable proper functioning.
** Responsibilities
* *** User Support
** Provide advice, training, and assistance to users to resolve complex queries and ensure the applications/website capabilities are well understood by the business.
** Data Management
** Help others get the most out of data management systems by providing support and advice.
** Client & Customer Management (Internal)
** Help senior colleagues manage internal client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
** Administration
* * Produce, update, and provide best practice support on complex Microsoft documents, databases, and other departmental systems, advising colleagues as needed and using expertise to help improve processes.
** Faults Diagnosis and Correction
** Provide fault isolation and resolution to limit and address issues promptly.
** Documentation and Backup
** Draft and maintain basic technical and/or user documentation to a high standard, and create backup files to ensure instant recovery if problems occur.
** Knowledge Management System
** Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
** Operational Compliance
** Identify, within the team, instances of noncompliance with the organization’s policies and procedures and/or relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, reporting these instances and escalating issues as appropriate.
** Work Scheduling and Allocation
** Design own monthly schedule and, if necessary, assign work to others in order to speed up office workflow and ensure high-priority tasks get done.
** Personal Capability Building
** Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
** Skills
* * Data Encryption, Data Privacy, Data Security Management, Data Security Standards (DSS), Information Security
** Competencies
* * Collaborates### ### Communicates Effectively### ### Decision Quality### ### Ensures Accountability### ### Manages Complexity### ### Optimizes Work Processes### ### Plans and Aligns### ### Tech Savvy
** Education
* * Bachelor of Commerce (BCom):
Information Technology (Required), NQF Level 5 – Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent
** Closing Date
** 06 May 2026 , 23:59
*** The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.
****** The Old Mutual Story!
*** Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending. We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.
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Title: Data Security Specialist
Company: Old Mutual Limited
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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