(994) Financial Sector Cybersecurity Consultant - BSTD

South African Reserve Bank; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Pretoria is looking for a Financial Sector Cybersecurity Consultant. You will drive collaboration for cybersecurity resilience, coordinate various departments to enhance security, and develop frameworks in alignment with national and regional standards. This position requires significant experience in cybersecurity and advanced security certifications. The role offers a challenging environment with a focus on national and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least an Honours degree (NQF 8) in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification.
• Advanced security certifications that are not product-, security area-, or technology-specific.
• At least eight to ten years’ experience in cybersecurity management.

Responsibilities

• Drive industry collaboration in cybersecurity resilience.
• Coordinate areas of the SARB involved in cybersecurity.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships internally and externally.

Skills

Cybersecurity management

Collaboration

Legislation support

Education

Honours degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related field

Tools

CISSP

CISM

CEH

Job description

Job title : (994) Financial Sector Cybersecurity Consultant - BSTD

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : September 04, 2025

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Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas :

1. Drive industry collaboration in ensuring cybersecurity resilience by supporting legislation, setting up structures where appropriate, or participating within national structures under the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017 and National Cybersecurity Policy Framework (e.g., the Financial Sector Contingency Forum, Financial Sector Cyber Resilience Subcommittee, Cyber / Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs), Cyber Response Committee, and National Consumer Commission).
2. Drive regional and international collaboration on cybersecurity and cyber-resilience by leading and contributing to existing and new structures (e.g., the Cyber Working Group under the Committee of Central Bank Governors in the Southern African Development Community, BRICS Rapid Information Security Channel, International Monetary Fund Cyber Resilience Centre, and cyber working groups under the Bank for International Settlements).
3. Coordinate areas of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) involved in cybersecurity (e.g., the Prudential Authority, Financial Stability Department, Business Solutions and Technology Department, and National Payment System Department) to ensure SARB Group's participation, alignment, and support of sectoral, national, regional, and international efforts.
4. Position the SARB Group as a leader in financial sector collaboration and information-sharing to promote cyber-resilience.
5. Develop, maintain, and update the SARB Group Cyber Resilience Framework in line with collaboration efforts.
6. Develop, oversee the implementation of, and ensure compliance with the SARB Group's Cyber Security Responsible Disclosure Policy.
7. Ensure the SARB Group drives and capacitates national and regional sector CSIRTs and supports international response efforts.
8. Ensure appropriate state agency involvement when dealing with incidents as part of the National Incident Management Centre structure.
9. Develop and maintain strong relationships internally, nationally, regionally, and internationally.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess :

1. At least an Honours degree (NQF 8) in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification.
2. Advanced security certifications that are not product-, security area-, or technology-specific (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CEH).
3. At least eight to ten years’ experience in cybersecurity management.