Information Security Lead - Drive Strategy & Mentorship

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement fund

Medical aid

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Lead in East London to spearhead security initiatives and guide the security team. You will shape security policies, manage risk, and respond to advanced threats to protect critical assets.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security, with at least 2 in a lead role, and holds CISSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications. You will mentor staff and drive improvements in security posture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive information security experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience in security operations, incident response, and risk management; CISSP/CISM/GIAC are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Develop and execute strategic security plans aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee implementation and maintenance of security technologies and controls.
• Manage security incident response activities and conduct post-incident reviews.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Information security leadership

Incident response

Risk management

Security operations

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity/CS or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Lead in East London to spearhead security initiatives and guide the security team. You will shape security policies, manage risk, and respond to advanced threats to protect critical assets.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security, with at least 2 in a lead role, and holds CISSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications. You will mentor staff and drive improvements in security posture across the organization.