SASSA Investigator: Vetting Vacancy 2026 | Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 p.a.

Opportunity Overview

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is an organisation that delivers essential services to a diverse range of South Africans. With offices across the country, SASSA aims to provide a modern and stimulating work environment.

This permanent position for an Investigator: Vetting is based at the SASSA Head Office in Pretoria. The role focuses on implementing and monitoring security policies related to staff vetting within the agency. SASSA gives preference to African Male, Coloured Male/Female, Indian Male/Female, White Male/Female, or a Person with Disability for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6/7) recognised by SAQA in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Public Administration, or an equivalent field.
• Appointment is subject to completing a relevant training course offered by the State Security Agency.
• A valid Code B driver’s license is essential.
• 3 years of relevant experience in the security management field.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the policy for the management of security pertaining to Staff vetting.
• Implement and maintain proper administration of vetting applications and databases for both internal staff and service providers.

How to Apply

Applications for this position must be sent via email.

• Email your application to: Pamapplications@sassa.gov.za
• Include the following Reference Number in your application: SAS HO26/07/26-07
• Application Deadline: 09 August 2026

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SASSA Manager: Vetting Vacancy 2026 | Salary: R932 292– R1 098 195 p.a.

Opportunity Overview

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is an organisation that delivers essential services to a diverse range of South Africans. With offices across the country, SASSA aims to provide a modern and stimulating work environment.

This permanent position for a Manager: Vetting is based at the SASSA Head Office in Pretoria. The role involves facilitating vetting fieldwork investigations, developing and implementing relevant policies, and managing resources within the vetting unit. SASSA gives preference to Coloured Male, Indian Male/Female, White Male/Female, or a Person with Disability (specifically Coloured Male, Indian Male/Female, White Male/Female) for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6/7) recognised by SAQA in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Police Science, or an equivalent field.
• Completion of The State Security Agency (SSA) Security Managers Course.
• A valid Code B driver’s license is essential.
• 3 years of experience in Security Management / Criminal Justice / Police Science in the vetting / security management field.
• Of the 3 years' experience, 2 years must be at an Assistant Management level or equivalent.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the execution of vetting fieldwork investigations within the Agency.
• Develop, manage, and implement policies, guidelines, norms, and standards for vetting investigations across different security clearance levels.
• Coordinate and monitor projects and files.
• Manage the resources within the Unit.

How to Apply

Applications for this position must be sent via email.

• Email your application to: Pamapplications@sassa.gov.za
• Include the following Reference Number in your application: SAS HO26/07/26-06
• Application Deadline: 09 August 2026