Compliance-Focused Information Security Auditor (Hybrid)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Professional certification and培训

Structured career development path

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking an experienced Information Security Auditor to join its compliance team. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work and focuses on auditing security controls, identifying gaps, and recommending remediation to protect client data.

You will assess compliance with internal policies and standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and GDPR, perform risk assessments, and prepare detailed audit reports for stakeholders across all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Auditing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security auditing or compliance roles.
• Solid understanding of COBIT, ITIL, and security standards (ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and vulnerability management.
• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CGEIT are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute information security audits across business units and systems.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, industry standards (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR), and regulations.
• Identify weaknesses and deviations; document findings thoroughly.
• Develop audit reports with remediation recommendations and process improvements.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to track remediation progress.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify threats and vulnerabilities.
• Stay updated on regulations, standards, and security best practices.
• Participate in development and review of security policies and procedures.

Skills

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Audit methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Auditing, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking an experienced Information Security Auditor to join its compliance team. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work and focuses on auditing security controls, identifying gaps, and recommending remediation to protect client data.

You will assess compliance with internal policies and standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and GDPR, perform risk assessments, and prepare detailed audit reports for stakeholders across all levels.