Information Security Manager

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Generous vacation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead and develop security initiatives in George. You will oversee the information security program, including policy development, risk management, incident response, and security awareness.

This is a core leadership role within IT, requiring a strategic thinker who can guide a team and influence stakeholders. The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, regulatory compliance (ISO 27001, NIST), and ongoing control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, CS, or a related field; master's preferred.
• 7+ years in information security management with leadership experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience with security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and DLP.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, cloud security, and application security principles.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee risk management program, identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead the information security team with mentoring and performance management.
• Direct incident response planning, detection, containment, eradication, recovery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to secure IT infrastructure, apps, and data.
• Conduct regular security audits to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices.

Skills

Information security management

Leadership

ISO 27001

NIST

Cloud security

Network architecture

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/CS

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security

Data Loss Prevention

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Information Security Manager to lead and develop their security initiatives in George . You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's information security program, including policy development, risk management, incident response, and security awareness. This role requires a strong leader capable of managing a team, collaborating with stakeholders across the business, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You will have a significant impact on safeguarding the company's data and systems, contributing to a secure and resilient operational environment. This is a key leadership position within the IT department, offering the chance to shape the future of information security for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Oversee the organization's risk management program, identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks.
• Manage and lead the information security team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Direct the incident response process, including planning, detection, containment, eradication, and recovery from security breaches.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the security of IT infrastructure, applications, and data.
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in information security management, with a proven track record of leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), compliance regulations (e.g., POPIA), and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience with security technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint security, and data loss prevention.
• Strong understanding of network architecture, cloud security, and application security principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for executive bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Generous vacation and sick leave policy.
• Opportunities for professional growth, conference attendance, and leadership development.