Information Security Auditor

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Professional development and cert.培训

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an experienced Information Security Auditor to join our compliance and assurance team. You will conduct IT and information security audits, assess risks, and provide recommendations to strengthen the organization's security posture in a dynamic business environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of auditing or IT risk management, a solid grasp of ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT frameworks, and strong analytical and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of information security auditing or IT risk management experience.
• Knowledge of auditing standards and methodologies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT and information security audits across business units.
• Assess compliance with policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Identify control weaknesses and remediation actions.
• Document findings and present audit reports to management.
• Follow up on recommendations for timely remediation.
• Stay current with security threats and compliance requirements.

Skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Risk management

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or related field

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

COBIT

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous and experienced Information Security Auditor to join their compliance and assurance team in Paarl . This role is vital for ensuring that the organization's information security controls and practices meet regulatory requirements and industry best standards. You will conduct audits, assess risks, and provide recommendations to strengthen the overall security posture. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of audit methodologies, IT controls, and risk management principles. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career path for professionals dedicated to maintaining high standards of security and compliance within a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT and information security audits across various business units and systems.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, industry regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, POPIA), and best practices.
• Identify control weaknesses and operational inefficiencies, recommending practical remediation actions.
• Document audit findings, prepare detailed audit reports, and present them to management.
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective implementation.
• Stay current with emerging security threats and compliance requirements relevant to the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in information security auditing or IT risk management.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and methodologies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP are highly valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health coverage and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional development and certification training.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday allocation.
• A stable and professional work environment in Paarl .