Cybersecurity Strategy Consultant - On-site, Travel Ready

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 849,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High daily rate

Professional development and training

Travel to client sites

Expense reimbursement

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Consultant to advise diverse clients on risk and strategy. The role involves assessing client security risks, developing tailored strategies, and guiding implementation, with direct engagement of senior executives.

The successful candidate will blend technical expertise with business acumen, lead workshops, and stay ahead of threats while supporting business development and travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity consulting experience.
• Proven track record advising on strategy and implementation.
• Strong understanding of security domains including network, application, cloud, and data privacy.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with ISO 27001 and NIST CSF frameworks.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or CRISC preferred.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliverables.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity assessments and risk analyses for clients.
• Develop customized cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps aligned with client business objectives.
• Advise clients on best practices for data protection, threat management, and incident response.
• Assist clients in the selection and implementation of security technologies and controls.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and reports to client stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats, regulations, and industry trends.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective security integration.
• Provide expert guidance on compliance requirements (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Support business development activities by identifying new opportunities with existing and prospective clients.

Skills

Cybersecurity strategy

Client engagement

Risk assessment

Security architecture

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Threat modeling

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity

Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA or CRISC

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Consultant to advise diverse clients on risk and strategy. The role involves assessing client security risks, developing tailored strategies, and guiding implementation, with direct engagement of senior executives.

The successful candidate will blend technical expertise with business acumen, lead workshops, and stay ahead of threats while supporting business development and travel to client sites.