Information Security Auditor

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Auditor for a fully remote role. You will evaluate security controls, assess compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and deliver remediation guidance to strengthen the organization's security posture.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of information security auditing, knowledge of ISO 27001/NIST, strong reporting skills, and certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of information security auditing, risk assessment, or compliance experience.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies and common security frameworks.
• Familiarity with IT controls and data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute information security audits across systems, applications, and processes.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of security controls against ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Identify control weaknesses and non-compliance issues, documenting findings and recommendations.
• Develop detailed audit reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to track remediation efforts and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Stay updated on evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Skills

Audit methodologies

Cybersecurity principles

Data privacy regulations

Reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Information Security Auditor to join their team. This role is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of existing security controls and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. You will conduct comprehensive audits to identify risks and provide recommendations for strengthening the organization's security posture. This is a fully remote opportunity for a detail-oriented professional passionate about governance, risk, and compliance in the cybersecurity domain, contributing to a secure and trustworthy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute information security audits across various systems, applications, and processes.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of security controls against established frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Identify control weaknesses and non-compliance issues, documenting findings and recommendations.
• Develop detailed audit reports and present findings to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to track remediation efforts and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Stay updated on evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices for security auditing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in information security auditing, risk assessment, or compliance.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies and common security frameworks.
• Familiarity with IT controls, cybersecurity principles, and data privacy regulations.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• Work on diverse audit projects within a collaborative virtual team.