Chief Information Security Officer

Avbob South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in South Africa is seeking a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead information security efforts. In this role, you will develop strategies to protect digital assets and manage compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in cybersecurity management and a strong understanding of risk frameworks and technology adoption. This position offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in information security management, ideally in a similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of cyber risk management, regulatory compliance, and security frameworks.
• Experience with cloud technologies and advanced digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute information security strategy aligned with business goals.
• Drive secure adoption of technologies including cloud and AI.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as NIST and PCI-DSS.

Job description

We are looking for a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead enterprise-wide cyber security efforts.

In this strategic leadership role, you will be responsible for driving the Group's information security strategy, ensuring the protection of AVBOB's digital assets, systems, and data.

You will play a critical part in upholding regulatory compliance, managing cyber risk, and strengthening our reputation as a trusted service provider. You will be working for a company that is over years old with strong values.

In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package.

You will be working for an organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute AVBOB's information security strategy aligned with business goals and digital innovation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, balancing innovation and cyber risk.
• Drive secure adoption of technologies including cloud, AI, and data analytics.
• Identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats (e.g., ransomware, data breaches, insider threats).
• Lead security assessments, technology deployments, and compliance audits.
• Collaborate with ICT, PMO, and Group Risk to manage enterprise-wide security initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, GDPR, ISO and industry standards (NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS).
• Minimise legal, reputational, and financial risk through proactive governance.
• Develop and enforce AVBOB's Cyber Incident Response Plan (CIRP).
• Oversee disaster recovery and continuity planning.
• Lead security audits, assessments, and real-time threat investigations.
• Implement training programs to build cybersecurity awareness across all departments.
• Foster a culture of shared responsibility and high performance within the security function.