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South Africa is Hiring a Cybersecurity Chief — R1.5m Salary | DPSA Circular 20 of 2026

14 June 2026 · 4 min read

South Africa's government is hiring a Chief Director for Cybersecurity and Internet Governance — with a salary of R1 554 696 per annum. That's one of 315 vacancies in DPSA Circular 20 of 2026, published 12 June 2026. All posts close 29 June 2026. You can search, filter, and pre-fill your Z83 for any of them at groco.co.za — free.


The Cybersecurity Post Everyone's Talking About

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is advertising a Chief Director: Cybersecurity and Internet Governance (Ref: CDCSIG) based in Gauteng, at salary level 14 — R1 554 696 per annum, all-inclusive package. This is a senior executive post requiring extensive ICT governance experience and is one of the most competitive positions in the public sector this year.

The same department is also hiring:

  • Director: Internal Communications (Ref: DIRIC) — R1 317 384 p.a., Level 13, Gauteng
  • Director: Digital Economy Strategic Forecasting (Ref: DIRDESF) — R1 317 384 p.a., Level 13, Gauteng
  • Entity Oversight Integrated Reporting Analyst (Ref: EOIRA) — R932 292 p.a., Level 11, Gauteng

If you work in ICT, governance, or communications, this circular has some of the best public sector opportunities of 2026.


Featured Government Jobs — DPSA Circular 20 of 2026

Job TitleDepartmentLocationSalaryClosing DateReference
Chief Director: Cybersecurity And Internet GovernanceDept. of Communications And Digital TechnologiesGautengR1 554 696 p.a.29 June 2026CDCSIG
Director: Internal CommunicationsDept. of Communications And Digital TechnologiesGautengR1 317 384 p.a.29 June 2026DIRIC
Director: Digital Economy Strategic ForecastingDept. of Communications And Digital TechnologiesGautengR1 317 384 p.a.29 June 2026DIRDESF
Director: Demarcation And Structures ImplementationDept. of Cooperative GovernanceGautengR1 317 384 p.a.29 June 2026DDSI
Deputy Director: Collective BargainingDept. of Employment And LabourGautengR1 101 468 p.a.29 June 2026HR440526
Deputy Director: Work-Seeker RegistrationDept. of Employment And LabourKwaZulu-NatalR1 101 468 p.a.29 June 2026HR4464
Senior Claims Assessor: Compensation FundDept. of Employment And LabourEastern CapeR413 001 p.a.29 June 2026HR44181
Client Service Officer: Public Employment Services (X2 Posts)Dept. of Employment And LabourEastern CapeR280 278 p.a.29 June 2026HR441
Scientist ProductionDept. of AgricultureWestern CapeR791 604 p.a.29 June 202633141/2026
State Accountant: Financial Accounting ServicesDept. of Cooperative GovernanceGautengR338 106 p.a.29 June 2026ST1

Search all 315 jobs from Circular 20 at groco.co.za/circulars/20-of-2026 — filter by province, salary level, and closing date.


How to Apply for DPSA Government Jobs

  1. Download the Z83 form — the January 2022 version is the only one accepted. Older versions will get your application disqualified automatically.
  2. Complete all sections, including the exact reference number from the circular (e.g. CDCSIG for the Cybersecurity post).
  3. Submit before 29 June 2026 — late applications are not considered under any circumstances.
  4. Each post requires its own separate Z83 — do not submit one form for multiple positions.

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View the official Circular 20 of 2026 PDF


Circular 20 of 2026 is live on groco.co.za. Search 315 jobs by province, filter by salary level, and pre-fill your Z83 in one click — free. New circulars are added every Friday.

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Frequently asked questions

When does DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 close?
DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 closes on 29 June 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
How many jobs are in DPSA Circular 20 of 2026?
DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 contains 315 vacancies across national departments and provinces including Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape.
What qualifications do you need for the Cybersecurity Chief Director post?
The Chief Director: Cybersecurity and Internet Governance post (Ref: CDCSIG) is a Level 14 position requiring an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification plus extensive senior management experience in ICT governance. Full requirements are in the official circular PDF.
How do I apply for government jobs closing 29 June 2026?
Download the Z83 form, complete it with the exact reference number from the post, and submit by 29 June 2026. groco.co.za pre-fills your Z83 automatically for any job in Circular 20.

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