Information Security Officer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Home office stipend

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Officer for a fully remote role, enabling you to contribute from anywhere in South Africa. This pivotal position directs the organization’s information security program, establishing policies, managing risks, and ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets.

You will lead security strategy across a distributed environment, advise on best practices, drive security awareness, and collaborate with IT and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field; CISSP or CISM required.
• 7+ years of information security management and leadership.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing security programs.
• Deep understanding of security architecture, risk assessment methodologies, and incident response planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee the risk management process, identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks.
• Manage and coordinate responses to security incidents, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards.
• Lead security awareness training programs for all employees.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to integrate security into strategic planning and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Information Security

CISSP

CISM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced Information Security Officer for a fully remote opportunity, enabling you to contribute from anywhere in South Africa. This pivotal role involves overseeing and directing the organization's overall information security program. You will be responsible for establishing policies, managing risks, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all information assets. This position is perfect for a seasoned security professional who excels in strategic planning and can effectively lead security initiatives in a distributed environment. You will be a key advisor on security matters, driving best practices and fostering a security-conscious culture across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee the risk management process, identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks.
• Manage and coordinate responses to security incidents, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards.
• Lead security awareness training programs for all employees.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to integrate security into strategic planning and projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field; relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM) are a must.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in information security management and leadership.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful security programs.
• Deep understanding of security architecture, risk assessment methodologies, and incident response planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits.
• Full remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet expenses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and influencing security strategy.