Information Security Auditor - Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration package

Comprehensive health and lifeinsurance

Professional development and training

Retirement savings plan

Flexible working arrangements

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Information Security Auditor to join our compliance team in Tembisa. You will assess the design and operating effectiveness of security controls and verify adherence to POPIA, GDPR where applicable, PCI DSS, and other standards.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting audits across IT systems, documenting findings, and advising on corrective actions.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of information security auditing or compliance experience.
• Knowledge of IT audit frameworks (COBIT, ITIL) and security standards (ISO 27001, NIST).
• Familiarity with POPIA and GDPR regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, execute, and document information security audits across IT systems and business processes.
• Assess design and operation of security controls against policies and standards.
• Evaluate compliance with POPIA, GDPR, PCI DSS, and related regulations.
• Identify risks and control gaps; document findings and remediation recommendations.
• Develop audit reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and business units to track corrective actions.

Conocimientos

Information security auditing

Risk assessment

Compliance

ISO 27001 / NIST

Audit methodologies

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Herramientas

Audit management software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a meticulous and experienced Information Security Auditor to join their dedicated compliance team in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA . This crucial role involves assessing and verifying the effectiveness of our client's information security controls and ensuring adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards. You will play a key part in identifying compliance gaps, recommending corrective actions, and driving improvements in the overall security posture. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of audit methodologies, risk management, and various compliance frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to maintaining a high level of security assurance within a reputable organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document information security audits across various IT systems and business processes.
• Assess the design and operational effectiveness of security controls against established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Evaluate compliance with regulations such as POPIA, GDPR, PCI DSS, and others as applicable.
• Identify security risks and control deficiencies, documenting findings and providing actionable recommendations for remediation.
• Develop audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and business units to track the implementation of corrective actions.
• Stay current with evolving security threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory landscapes.
• Participate in the development and refinement of audit methodologies and tools.
• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure the adequacy of implemented controls.
• Assist in responding to external audit requests and regulatory inquiries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security auditing, risk assessment, or compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of IT audit frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) and security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations like POPIA and GDPR.
• Experience with various types of audits, including operational, compliance, and system audits.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings clearly and concisely.
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC are highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using audit management software and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive health and life insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• A collaborative team environment located in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA .
• Retirement savings plan.
• Exposure to diverse business units and IT systems.
• Flexible working arrangements.