Executive Cybersecurity Leader — Strategy & Risk Management

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive medical aid

Top-tier retirement plan

Performance-based bonus

Potential equity participation

Job summary

Placements24 is searching for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal to lead the cybersecurity strategy for a prominent industrial conglomerate. The role requires extensive information security leadership, risk management, and strategic planning.

The CISO will direct security programs, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a security-aware culture across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive information security leadership experience.
• Proven track record in developing and executing cybersecurity strategies at large organizations.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the organization's information security strategy and program.
• Establish and maintain robust cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Lead and manage the information security team and budget.
• Oversee incident response, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual security requirements.
• Advise executive leadership and the Board on cybersecurity risks and strategies.
• Develop relationships with external security partners and law enforcement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cybersecurity expertise

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 is searching for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal to lead the cybersecurity strategy for a prominent industrial conglomerate. The role requires extensive information security leadership, risk management, and strategic planning.

The CISO will direct security programs, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a security-aware culture across the enterprise.