Chief Information Security Officer

Dananda Talent; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven organization with over a century of legacy is seeking a seasoned CISO to lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity efforts. This strategic leadership role focuses on shaping information security vision, ensuring compliance, and promoting innovation while leading a team dedicated to protecting digital assets.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in cybersecurity leadership, with 5+ years at senior level.
• Expert in ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, SSAE 18.
• Proven leadership in multi-stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise security strategy.
• Advise executives on risk-balanced tech adoption.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and ISO standards.

Skills

CISSP

CISM

CCSP

NIST

PCI-DSS

DLP

Education

Degree in IT, Business, or related field

Job description

A well-established, values-driven organisation with over a century of legacy is looking for a seasoned CISO to lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity. This strategic leadership role is responsible for shaping and executing the Group’s information security vision—protecting digital assets, ensuring compliance, and enabling innovation.
A well-established, values-driven organisation with over a century of legacy is looking for a seasoned CISO to lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity. This strategic leadership role is responsible for shaping and executing the Group’s information security vision—protecting digital assets, ensuring compliance, and enabling innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise security strategy.
• Advise executives on risk-balanced tech adoption (cloud, AI, analytics).
• Detect and mitigate threats including ransomware, data breaches, and insider risks.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS.
• Oversee CIRP, disaster recovery, audits, and real-time incident response.
• Collaborate across ICT, PMO, and Risk to drive security initiatives.
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and a high-performance culture.

Your Profile

• Degree in IT, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years in cybersecurity leadership, 5+ at senior level.
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP (or equivalent).
• Expert in ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, SSAE 18.
• Strong knowledge of IAM, IDS/IPS, DLP, etc.
• Proven leadership in multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and coaching skills.

This is a rare opportunity to lead in a purpose-driven organisation that rewards excellence and invests in its people.

Desired Skills:

• CISSP
• CISM
• CCSP
• NIST
• PCI-DSS
• DLP