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Mafihla Johannes Maleka

Security Professional
Soweto, Johannesburg
Mafihla Johannes Maleka

Summary

I am a seasoned professional and practitioner with several international specialisations which includes governance, security regulatory, security incident management; a security advisor certified by the State Security Agency; an astute strategist who prioritises on continuous organisational priorities, personnel development and improvement; an eloquent orator who believes in the importance of communication and positive influence on both peers and subordinates. Due to my vast experience in the field of security, I am able to best oversee the optimal integration of people, technology and processes with the purpose of maximising available resources. In addition, I have acquired holistic approach to security and best practices, thanks to the comprehensive international security training, exposure and best practices.

Overview

20
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

University Of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg

Deputy Director: Campus Protection Service
05.2021 - Current

Job overview

OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

  • Responsible for the provision of technical security
  • Responsible for investigations
  • Responsible for parking management
  • Stakeholder liaison function
  • Development, implementation and review of security processes:

- Security policy

- Security SOPs

- Security Post Orders

- Risk assessments and reports

- Development and review of departmental strategy

- Development of annual plans and reports

MANAGEMENT

  • Participate in the development, management and control of departmental budget
  • Threat and risk assessments
  • Security events and incidents management
  • Events management
  • Safety and security survey
  • Overall in charge of the department in the absence of the Director

Amazon Web Services
Cape Town

Data Center Security Manager
05.2019 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
  • Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
  • Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert and proficient with established plans.
  • Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.
  • Optimised security programs and administrative functions
  • Delivered regular security awareness programs to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
  • Evaluated security systems and procedures to identify areas for improvement.
  • Managed security policies and procedures to promote safety and security of personnel and assets.
  • Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
  • Conducted regular security audits and assessments to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Analysed security threats and risks and developed mitigation strategies to reduce potential losses.

University Of South Africa
Pretoria

Lecturer: Security Science
06.2018 - 04.2019

Job overview

  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.

South African Nuclear Energy Corporation
Pretoria

Physical Security Manager
01.2012 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
  • Coordinated and managed vendor relationships to meet service level agreements.
  • Offered subject matter expertise surrounding physical security strategy and performed site inspections to adhere to physical security strategy and standards.
  • Participated in the security budgets and identified opportunities to optimize resource utilization.
  • Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
  • Identified new and innovative approaches to physical security training and executed training to direct and guide physical security staff.
  • Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
  • Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
  • Evaluated security systems and procedures to identify areas for improvement.
  • Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.
  • Managed security policies and procedures to promote safety and security of personnel and assets.
  • Conducted interval security audits and assessments to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Delivered regular security awareness programs with different facilities to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
  • Investigated and resolved security breaches to protect organization and corporate assets.
  • Analyzed security threats and risks and developed mitigation strategies to reduce potential losses.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement strategies to mitigate security risks.
  • Developed and maintained emergency response plans to promote fast and effective action during crises.
  • Cultivated relationships with external security vendors to make additional security resources available if necessary.

Diks Security (security Service Provider)
Pretoria

National Security Operations Manager
07.2011 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Devised processes to enhance long-term contract success
  • Set, enforced, and optimised company policies to maintain responsiveness to client demands.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximise customer satisfaction.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.

PRASA
Johannesburg

Security Strategy Developer
08.2009 - 06.2011

Job overview

  • Participated in the designed, development, implementation and review of security Policy and SOPs (turn around strategy).
  • Tested the newly developed security programs across five regions and subsidiaries to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
  • Threat and risk assessment
  • Collated daily, weekly and monthly security reports for management attention.
  • Reviewed monthly operational plans in order to address security challenges.

Metrorail
Johannesburg

Protection Official
01.2004 - 07.2009

Job overview

Contract management 2004 - 2005

  • Managing private security contractors
  • Inspections of security officers
  • Monitor compliance to contract and SLA
  • Taking corrective actions during deviations


Security administration 2006 - 2007

  • Collating security information / data
  • Compilation of security
  • Compiling of different reports:

- Daily / weekly and monthly reports

- Fleet management reports

- Human resource and incidents reports

  • Investigations & SHE Represantation
  • Investigations and integrity testing
  • liaison with law enforcement agencies
  • Investigation of theft, fraud, claims and misconducts.


Education

University of South Africa
, Pretoria

Master of Arts from Security Management
01.2018 - 09.2023

Asis International
, United States Of America

International Certificate from Certified Protection Professional
04.2001

State Security Agency (SSA)
, Pretoria

Certificate from Security Advisory
04.2001

Private Security Industry Regulatory
, Pretoria

Certificate from Security Grade A
04.2001

University of Pretoria
, Pretoria

Certificate from Contract Management
04.2001

Train You Can
, Johannesburg

Certificate from Conducting A Disciplinary Hearing
04.2001

Safety And Training Solutions
, Johannesburg

Certificate from Incident Cause Analysis Method
04.2001

WINS
, Austria

International Specialisation from Security Governance
04.2001

WINS
, Austria

International Specialisation from Security Regulation
04.2001

WINS
, Austria

International Specialisation from Security Incident Management
04.2001

IAEA
, United States Of America

Certificate: International Training Course from Physical Protection Systems
04.2001

Art For Introvert
, Online

Certificate from Philosophy
04.2001

Udemy Academy
, Online

Diploma from Modern Applied Psychology
04.2001

Udemy Academy
, Online

Certificate from Mindfulness Practitioner Level I, II, III
04.2001

Udemy Academy
, Online

Current Studies from ISO 45001: Occupational Health And Safety Management

Udemy Academy
, Online

Current Studies from ISO 21502:2020 - Project Management

Udemy Academy
, Online

Current Studies from ISO 9001:2015 - Implementation Step By Step

Udemy Academy
, Online

Current Studies from ISO 31000:2023 - Risk Management Essentials Training

Skills

    Strategic Planning, Development & Implementation

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Timeline

Deputy Director: Campus Protection Service

University Of Witwatersrand
05.2021 - Current

Data Center Security Manager

Amazon Web Services
05.2019 - 04.2021

Lecturer: Security Science

University Of South Africa
06.2018 - 04.2019

University of South Africa

Master of Arts from Security Management
01.2018 - 09.2023

Physical Security Manager

South African Nuclear Energy Corporation
01.2012 - 08.2017

National Security Operations Manager

Diks Security (security Service Provider)
07.2011 - 08.2012

Security Strategy Developer

PRASA
08.2009 - 06.2011

Protection Official

Metrorail
01.2004 - 07.2009

Asis International

International Certificate from Certified Protection Professional
04.2001

State Security Agency (SSA)

Certificate from Security Advisory
04.2001

Private Security Industry Regulatory

Certificate from Security Grade A
04.2001

University of Pretoria

Certificate from Contract Management
04.2001

Train You Can

Certificate from Conducting A Disciplinary Hearing
04.2001

Safety And Training Solutions

Certificate from Incident Cause Analysis Method
04.2001

WINS

International Specialisation from Security Governance
04.2001

WINS

International Specialisation from Security Regulation
04.2001

WINS

International Specialisation from Security Incident Management
04.2001

IAEA

Certificate: International Training Course from Physical Protection Systems
04.2001

Art For Introvert

Certificate from Philosophy
04.2001

Udemy Academy

Diploma from Modern Applied Psychology
04.2001

Udemy Academy

Certificate from Mindfulness Practitioner Level I, II, III
04.2001

Udemy Academy

Current Studies from ISO 45001: Occupational Health And Safety Management

Udemy Academy

Current Studies from ISO 21502:2020 - Project Management

Udemy Academy

Current Studies from ISO 9001:2015 - Implementation Step By Step

Udemy Academy

Current Studies from ISO 31000:2023 - Risk Management Essentials Training
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