Director of Information Security & Cyberrisk (4IR Ready)

University Of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Director of Information Security to develop and implement security strategies. The successful candidate will manage a cybersecurity team and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Ideal applicants will have at least 5-8 years of experience in information security management and a relevant degree. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of management experience in Information Security Management.
• Experience in information security, project management, and IT service management.
• Understanding of outsourced services and management of commercial partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Establish an Information Security Management and Protection Framework.
• Lead a high-performing cybersecurity and compliance team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Change management

Education

Degree or relevant qualification (NQF 8)

Tools

Information security standards (CISA, CISM, CISSP)

Job description

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Director of Information Security to develop and implement security strategies. The successful candidate will manage a cybersecurity team and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Ideal applicants will have at least 5-8 years of experience in information security management and a relevant degree. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this role.