Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Placements24; Free State; Hybrid; ZAR 2,449,000 - 4,407,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Equity

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Strategic influence

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Information Security Officer to lead our client's global cybersecurity program in a fully remote capacity.

You will set the security strategy, drive risk management, compliance, and incident response, and mentor distributed teams across the enterprise. This executive role offers significant influence on security direction and a competitive compensation package with remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in information security.
• 5+ years in a CISO or senior leadership role.
• Proven track record developing and executing security strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive global information security strategy and program.
• Oversee risk management, incident response, business continuity, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor information security teams across distributed locations.
• Establish and manage relationships with executive leadership, board members, and regulators.
• Ensure security infrastructure aligns with industry best practices and emerging threats.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Executive communication

Vendor management

Education

Master's degree in Information Security/Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead their global cybersecurity efforts in a fully remote capacity. This executive role involves setting the overarching security vision, strategy, and programs to protect the organization's information assets, intellectual property, and customer data. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of information security, risk management, and compliance. This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned leader to shape the security posture of a forward-thinking company and drive best practices across all operational domains from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive global information security strategy and program.
• Oversee all aspects of information security, including risk management, incident response, business continuity, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a culture of security awareness and excellence.
• Establish and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, board members, and external regulators.
• Ensure the organization's security infrastructure and practices are aligned with industry best practices and emerging threats.
• Manage the information security budget and vendor relationships effectively.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant executive certifications are a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in information security, with a minimum of 5 years in a CISO or equivalent senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful information security strategies in complex organizations.
• Expertise in risk management frameworks, cybersecurity technologies, and global compliance regulations.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Experience managing large security budgets and distributed teams.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including salary, significant bonus potential, and equity.
• Fully remote position with extensive flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant influence on company strategy and security direction.
• Opportunity to lead a critical function for a growing global enterprise.