Information Security Manager

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Johannesburg is seeking an Information Security Manager to oversee enterprise-level cybersecurity strategy and operations. This role involves managing Microsoft security technologies and the Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC). Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT, alongside 8+ years of IT Security experience, including significant leadership exposure. This is a unique opportunity to influence security functions in a highly regulated environment and make a real impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT Security experience, including 5+ in leadership.
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification required.
• Familiarity with SIEM and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity strategy and operations across infrastructure.
• Oversee Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Integrate firewall technologies and manage BYOD risks.
• Ensure compliance and alignment with cybersecurity frameworks.

Skills

IT security management

Leadership

Cybersecurity strategy

Microsoft security capabilities

Scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 22/01/2026

Are you ready totake ownership of enterprise-wide cybersecurity in a leading Financial Servicesenvironment?

The InformationSecurity Manager will lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operationsacross a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft securitycapabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the Cyber SecurityOperations Center (SOC), and ensuring compliance with regulatory and industrystandards. The role also includes managing BYOD risks, securing branchnetworks, and aligning with globally recognized frameworks such as the NISTCybersecurity Framework and Joint Security Standards (JSS).

Responsibilities

• Architecture& Identity Management
• SecurityOperations
• CyberSecurity Operations Center (SOC) Oversight
• SecurityTechnology Lifecycle Management

Requirements

• Bachelor’sdegree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+years of IT Security experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• CISSP,CISM, or equivalent
• MicrosoftCertified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• GIACSecurity Operations (GSOM) or equivalent SOC certification
• Familiaritywith scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and automation tools.

This is a rareopportunity to own cybersecurity at enterprise level within a highlyregulated Financial Services environment, influence executive decision-making,and lead a mature, mission-critical security function in a permanent capacity.

If you’re astrategic cybersecurity leader ready to make real impact—this role is foryou.