Cyber Compliance Specialist

THE SKILLS MINE; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity consultancy based in Johannesburg is looking for a qualified cybersecurity professional to lead compliance initiatives and audits. The role requires strong experience in PCI DSS and ISO 27001, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. Key responsibilities include conducting technology reviews, implementing self-assessment frameworks, and developing cybersecurity policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity compliance or audit roles.
• Demonstrated experience with PCI DSS assessments and implementations.
• Proven track record in ISO 27001 compliance and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive technology and cybersecurity reviews across the organization.
• Design and implement self-assessment frameworks for ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Lead PCI DSS compliance initiatives and manage assessment processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity compliance

PCI DSS assessments

ISO 27001 compliance

Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks

AI and Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

CISA certification

CISM certification

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer

Job description

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
• A minimum experience of 3-5 years in cybersecurity compliance or audit roles
• Demonstrated experience with PCI DSS assessments and implementations
• Proven track record in ISO 27001 compliance and certification processes
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer
• AI and Data Analytics proficiency

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive technology and cybersecurity reviews across the organization.
• Design and implement self-assessment frameworks for ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Lead PCI DSS compliance initiatives and manage assessment processes.
• Develop and maintain third-party risk assessment programs.
• Develop, review, and update cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for management and stakeholders