Information Security Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Certification support

Collaborative governance culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking an Information Security Compliance Specialist to ensure regulatory alignment, policy development, and risk management across the organization. You will assess controls, support audits, and guide teams on privacy and security practices.

This hybrid role offers growth, certification support, and a collaborative governance culture in Nelspruit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in information security, compliance, or risk management.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and security frameworks.
• CIPP/CRISC/CISSP certifications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements (POPIA, GDPR) and assess impact.
• Conduct regular compliance assessments and gap analyses against security frameworks and standards.
• Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory audits and inquiries.
• Implement and manage security controls to ensure compliance objectives are met.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on security compliance matters.

Skills

Information security

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Information Security Compliance Specialist to join their team in Nelspruit . This role is critical for ensuring that the organization's information security practices align with legal requirements, industry regulations, and internal policies. You will be involved in policy development, compliance assessments, and the implementation of controls to meet regulatory obligations. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the company's risk management framework and maintain a strong compliance posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory requirements (e.g., POPIA, GDPR) and assess their impact.
• Conduct regular compliance assessments and gap analyses against security frameworks and standards.
• Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory audits and inquiries.
• Implement and manage security controls to ensure compliance objectives are met.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on security compliance matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security, compliance, or risk management roles.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and information security frameworks.
• Experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CRISC, or CISSP are beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Collaborative team culture in Nelspruit focused on governance and security.
• Meaningful work contributing to the organization's legal and ethical compliance.