ICT Risk and Projects Officer

Tower Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Financial Services & Pensions industry is looking for a qualified ICT Risk and Projects Officer. The successful candidate will manage ICT risks, oversee projects for compliance, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in desktop support, server support, business systems, procurement, project management, and IT audit.
• Minimum of 3 years at a specialist level.
• Experience in ICT junior management within Financial Services or Pension Fund Administration.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining acceptable levels of ICT risk.
• Oversee implementation projects for compliance with audit and governance.
• Facilitate information flow and ensure successful implementation.

Skills

Desktop support

Server support

Business systems

Project management

IT audit

Education

Tertiary qualification at NQF Level 7 in Business Administration and ICT

Matric

Tools

CISA

CGEIT

cORCM

Prince2

Job description

Our client, a leader in the Financial Services & Pensions industry, is seeking a qualified ICT Risk and Projects Officer.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Responsible for maintaining acceptable levels of ICT risk, executing and overseeing implementation projects to ensure the ICT department remains prepared and compliant with audit, corporate governance, and legislation requirements. This includes implementing ICT risk mitigation strategies based on research, best practices, and advanced solutions. The role involves facilitating information flow within the ICT team, managing sub-projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring successful implementation and adoption.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• At least 3 years of experience in desktop support, server support, business systems, procurement, project management, and IT audit
• A minimum of 3 years at a specialist level
• Experience in ICT junior management within Financial Services or Pension Fund Administration
• Tertiary qualification at NQF Level 7 in Business Administration and ICT
• Certifications: CISA, CGEIT, cORCM, Prince2

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop operational plans aligned with the ICT strategic plan
• Monitor team performance against objectives
• Report on project progress
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation
• Conduct ICT maturity assessments and develop roadmaps
• Lead initiatives like data classification and POPIA compliance
• Set and monitor KPIs for ICT areas
• Align ICT activities with business objectives
• Manage roles, services, and assets within ICT
• Engage with team members for reporting and compliance
• Oversee project budgets and expenditure
• Ensure procurement policies are followed
• Provide project management oversight, including stakeholder liaison and scheduling
• Ensure ICT resource use supports Fund strategy and compliance
• Develop and update ICT policies, procedures, and documentation
• Manage ICT rights, accountability, and ethical conduct
• Monitor ICT systems and take corrective actions as needed
• Ensure compliance with laws and standards
• Manage system change controls and user access reviews
• Oversee data security, storage, and disposal
• Manage personnel and physical security measures