Data Security Officer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary with performance...

Health benefits

Professional development and training

Sandton-based role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Data Security Officer in Sandton to lead the protection of data and ensure regulatory compliance. The role focuses on implementing robust security measures, conducting risk assessments, and promoting security awareness across the organization.

You will oversee encryption, access controls, and DLP, manage incident responses, and monitor data usage to prevent breaches while driving data protection initiatives in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Law, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in data security, privacy, or compliance.
• Knowledge of data protection laws and regulations; certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data security strategies and policies.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA and GDPR.
• Conduct data security risk assessments and mitigation.
• Oversee encryption, access controls, and DLP measures.
• Manage data breach responses including investigations and notifications.
• Deliver security awareness training for staff.
• Monitor data access and audit usage to prevent unauthorized activities in Sandton.

Skills

Data security

Privacy & compliance

Risk management

Incident response

Security policy development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Law, or related field

Tools

DLP

Encryption

IAM

Job description

About the Role

Our client in the prestigious financial hub of Sandton is seeking a dedicated Data Security Officer to oversee the protection of sensitive company and customer data. This role is paramount in ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations and implementing robust measures to prevent data breaches and ensure data integrity. You will be responsible for developing and enforcing data security policies, conducting risk assessments, and managing security awareness programs. This is a critical position for an experienced professional focused on safeguarding valuable information assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive data security strategies and policies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations such as POPIA and GDPR.
• Conduct regular data security risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee data encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention (DLP) measures.
• Manage and respond to data breach incidents, coordinating investigation and notification processes.
• Conduct security awareness training programs for employees on data handling best practices.
• Monitor and audit data access and usage to detect and prevent unauthorized activities in Sandton .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in data security , privacy, or compliance roles.
• In-depth knowledge of data protection laws and regulations.
• Experience with data security technologies and tools (e.g., DLP, encryption, IAM).
• Strong understanding of risk management and incident response principles.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or CISM are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and legal/compliance training.
• Hybrid working model offering work-life integration.
• A leading role in data protection for a prominent organization in Sandton .