Cyber Defence Manager

People Source; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Johannesburg is seeking a Manager for Cyber Defence operations. The role involves overseeing the management of cyber attack detection and remediation, requiring deep knowledge of the FinTech ecosystem and managerial experience. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, cybersecurity certifications, and several years in a related field.

Qualifications

• 4-year Information Technology / Information Systems / Business Science (or related) Degree.
• Masters in Business Administration is advantageous.
• CISM / CISSP / CEH / GICSP certification (one of).
• Other qualifications (ITIL, COBIT) advantageous.
• 4 - 5 years of relevant work experience.
• At least 3 years experience in a non-traditional FinTech, Banking or Financial Services Sector.
• Experience in a managerial position.
• Deep understanding of the Fintech ecosystem and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Cyber Defence operations.
• Manage detection, response, and remediation of cyber attacks.
• Perform specialised threat hunting.
• Lead incident investigations to minimize data leakage and financial loss.

Job description

Overview

The Manager : Cyber Defence is responsible for overseeing the Cyber Defence operations. The role engages with key business and operational partners in managing the detection, response, and remediation of cyber related attacks on the comoanies network and its systems while contributing and delivering services and projects that support the strategy, priorities and objectives of the organisation. The incumbent will be responsible for continuously performing specialised threat hunting, and taking the lead during incident investigation to drive speedy resolution to minimise potential data leakage and financial loss.

Education

• 4-year Information Technology / Information Systems / Business Science (or related) Degree
• Masters in Business Administration is advantageous
• CISM / CISSP / CEH / GICSP certification (one of)
• Other qualifications (ITIL, COBIT) advantageous

Experience

• 4 - 5 years of relevant work experience (similar to the role)
• At least 3 years experience within a non-traditional FinTech, Banking or Financial Services Sector
• Experience in a managerial position
• Deep understanding of the Fintech ecosystem, players, business models and financial sector or banking industry related best practices