Head of Information Security - Hybrid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an Information Security Officer to lead security initiatives, develop policies, and safeguard information assets in a hybrid work setup. The role requires 5+ years in information security management, deep knowledge of NIST/ISO 27001, and strong leadership; certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA are highly desirable.

You will oversee risk assessments, incident response, and data privacy conformity while coordinating security training and awareness across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of information security management or related role.
• Experience developing and implementing security programs and policies.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement controls to mitigate risks.
• Manage security systems including firewalls and IDS.
• Lead incident response efforts during breaches or cyber-attacks.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
• Provide security awareness training to staff and promote a security-conscious culture.

Skills

Information security

Risk management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Firewalls

IDS

Antivirus software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an Information Security Officer to lead security initiatives, develop policies, and safeguard information assets in a hybrid work setup. The role requires 5+ years in information security management, deep knowledge of NIST/ISO 27001, and strong leadership; certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA are highly desirable.

You will oversee risk assessments, incident response, and data privacy conformity while coordinating security training and awareness across