Cybersecurity Specialist - Risk and Compliance

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Professional certifications

Sandton-based role

Collaborative culture

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Specialist focused on Risk and Compliance to strengthen our client’s security governance.

You will assess security risks, ensure regulatory adherence (POPIA, GDPR where applicable), and develop robust compliance frameworks to protect information assets in a financial hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Law, Business Admin, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of cybersecurity risk management and compliance experience.
• Knowledge of frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of data privacy laws and security practice impact.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for vulnerabilities.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (POPIA, GDPR).
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manage third-party risk assessments and vendor security.
• Lead internal and external security audits and remediation efforts.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and adjust controls accordingly.

Skills

Risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Specialist with a focus on Risk and Compliance to join their established team in Sandton . This crucial role involves assessing and mitigating security risks, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and developing robust compliance frameworks. You will play a key part in maintaining the integrity and security of the organization's information assets within the bustling financial hub of Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a challenging and professional environment, contributing directly to the company's security governance and risk management efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for identified security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure the organization's compliance with relevant national and international data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manage third-party risk assessments and ensure vendor security compliance.
• Lead internal and external security audits, coordinating responses and remediation efforts.
• Stay current with evolving regulatory landscapes and cybersecurity threats, advising on necessary adjustments to policies and controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity risk management and compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of data privacy laws and their impact on security practices.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Support for professional certifications and ongoing learning in risk and compliance.
• Opportunity to work within a leading organization in Sandton , contributing to critical security functions.
• A professional and collaborative work culture.
• Generous leave allowance and company holidays.