Cyber Security Manager

BDO South Africa; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and advisory firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional. The role involves assessing and implementing security standards, conducting penetration testing on infrastructure, and managing cybersecurity training. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in computer science and relevant industry certifications. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in security and risk management.
• Familiarity with frameworks like ISO 2700X, NIST, ITIL, COBIT.
• Experience in assessing security configurations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement security standards based on risk evaluations.
• Conduct penetration testing on various applications and networks.
• Manage cybersecurity training and awareness programs.

Skills

Security risk assessment

Penetration testing

Cloud security benchmarking

Cybersecurity awareness training

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related

Industry certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP)

Job description

Overview

Purpose of the role :

To qualify for the role, you must have :

• Minimum of 4 years' experience
• Experience in assessing an implementing security and risk standards including ISO 2700X, NIST, ITIL, COBIT
• Experience in security risk assessment and planning using different frameworks and tools
• Experience in penetration testing on infrastructure, network, wep applications, and source code review
• Experience in cloud security benchmarking, risk assessment and cyber solutions
• Manage security configurations reviews on operating systems, databases and network devices
• Experience in cybersecurity awareness training, VAPT, MDR, SOC / SIEM, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related training in Information Security
• Industry certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP)