Cornelius Mziwamandlovu Rala
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER
509 Antoon Benning Willie Hofmayer,WC
Summary
I started my career within the security industry in the year 2000, particularly in the Private Sector and i was subsequently appointed as a Risk officer at National Department of Mineral Resources (Eastern Cape Regional office) in 2008.
I was later appointed as Chief Security officer at National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) (Western Cape Regional office) in 2011 and later in March 2020 i was appointed at DWS (Eastern Cape Regional office) as Chief Security officer until February 2023
The following were my responsibilities:
overseeing security directorate within Eastern Cape Region. I was representing the Department at Provincial and National Security Managers Forum. I was a member of COVID-19 Provincial Steering committee. I was a member of Regional Occupational and Safety committee and assisting in risk identification (Hazard Identification Risk Assessment) and implementation of recommendations. Ensure that refresher training is conducted in urgent matters, such as COVID-19 Protocol (COVID -19 Regulations).
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages
Work History
Financial Advisor
Old Mutual
Pretoria
10.2008 - 11.2028
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
- Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
- Provided comprehensive retirement planning services, ensuring clients maintain their desired lifestyle post-retirement.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
Chief Security Officer
National Department of Water and Sanitation
Eastern Cape
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Enhanced physical security measures by overseeing the installation of advanced surveillance systems and access control devices.
- Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay updated on latest trends in cybersecurity and physical protection methods.
- Evaluated new technologies to enhance the company's overall security posture, implementing cost-effective solutions as necessary.
- Performed regular audits of the company's IT infrastructure for vulnerabilities, addressing issues before they could be exploited by malicious actors.
- Reduced security incidents for increased safety with regular risk assessments and proactive mitigation strategies.
- Improved overall company security by developing and implementing comprehensive security policies and procedures.
- Contributed expertise in the development of marketing materials showcasing the company''s commitment to robust security measures.
Chief Security Officer
National Department of Water and Sanitation
Bellville, Western Cape
01.2011 - 03.2020
- Managing and overseeing all security activities within the security Directorate in the Province: Western Cape Province.
- Compiling Demand Management Plan (DMP) for Provincial security Directorate.
- Verification and reconciliation of invoices received by Department for payment of Private Security Service Providers (PSSPs).
- Draft and review of security policy, plans and all relevant procedures.
- Establish Joint Operational Committee (JOC) prior to Ministerial and all other Departmental events with the Province.
- Coordinate Vetting strategy for the region and liaise with all relevant stakeholders.
- Compile Security Service Level Agreement (SLA) for Private Security Service Providers (PSSPs) contracted to the Department.
- Continuously assessing the risks and threats to the Department and establish early warning intelligence pertaining to geographical and human threats.
- Create, develop and maintain a security awareness and training programme for the province.
- Investigate security breaches which are within my jurisdiction.
- Conduct root-cause analysis to understand process deficiencies and protect against reoccurrence of such deficiencies.
- Conduct Threat and Security Risk Assessment (TRA)
Risk Officer
Department of Minerals and Energy
Port Elizabeth
12.2008 - 12.2010
- Supervising an outsourced security service providers.
- Oversee the operations of security services with the Department Premises.
- Investigate security breaches occurred within the Premises
- Ensure compliance with Departmental security policy.
- Compelling reports for management
- Coordinate security meetings between The department and the outsourced security service providers.
- Management of outsourced security officers.
- Compiling and monitoring of security registers.
- Submitting security directorate’s reports to management.
- Advice senior management on security matters.
- Conducting security awareness.
- Assisting during Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA).
- Assisting during Threat Risk Assessment (TRA).
- Supervising the out sourced security officers.
- Monitor The Service Level Agreement.
Security Officer
Retail Operation Security Services (ROSS)
Pretoria
09.2000 - 09.2008
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Education
Security Vetting -
Stellenbosch University: Business School
Western Cape03.2014
Grade 12 -
St Bartholomew’s High School
Eastern Cape12-1998
National Diploma in Public Management - Public Management
Northlink College
Western Cape12.2018
Security Managers Course -
State Security Agency (SSA)
Pretoria, South Africa06-2016
Security Vetting -
University of Stellenbosch
Durbanville, South Africa: Business School03-2014
Grade E,D,C And A -
Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority(PSIRA)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa09-2000
Legal Liability Training -
NOSA
Western Cape03.2020
Project Management 1 -
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Western Cape06-2016
Diploma, Not Completed - Security Management
UNISA
Western Cape01.2026
No Degree -
NOSA: Introduction To SAMTRAC
Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Timeline
Chief Security Officer
National Department of Water and Sanitation
02.2020 - 02.2023
Chief Security Officer
National Department of Water and Sanitation
01.2011 - 03.2020
Risk Officer
Department of Minerals and Energy
12.2008 - 12.2010
Financial Advisor
Old Mutual
10.2008 - 11.2028
No Degree -
NOSA: Introduction To SAMTRAC
04.2001 -
Security Officer
Retail Operation Security Services (ROSS)
09.2000 - 09.2008
Security Vetting -
Stellenbosch University: Business School
Grade 12 -
St Bartholomew’s High School
National Diploma in Public Management - Public Management
Northlink College
Security Managers Course -
State Security Agency (SSA)
Security Vetting -
University of Stellenbosch
Grade E,D,C And A -
Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority(PSIRA)
Legal Liability Training -
NOSA
Project Management 1 -
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Diploma, Not Completed - Security Management
UNISA
References
- M, Buys, Director: Safety, Security and Vetting services, 012 366 8321, 082 890 4907, Department of Water and Sanitation
- K, Ntshingane, Director: Corporate Services, 011 853 0307, 066 3044 096, Department of Labour
- NT, Kolwane, SCM Practitioner, 043 6047514, 083 5630 192, Department of Transport
Photography and Sound operating, i own a drone, digital camera and PA System.
- Taking of videos and pictures with a digital camera and drone.
- Operating PA systym