Information Security Manager

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Information Security Manager to take ownership of enterprise-wide cybersecurity in a financial services environment. The role involves strategic leadership in cybersecurity governance, managing operations across a hybrid cloud, overseeing a Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC), and ensuring compliance with various standards. Candidates must have significant experience in IT security with relevant certifications and a strong background in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT Security experience with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• CISSP, CISM or equivalent certification.
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert.
• GIAC Security Operations (GSOM) or equivalent SOC certification.
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and automation tools.
• Experience leading enterprise-level security functions in a highly regulated Financial Services environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations.
• Manage cybersecurity capabilities across a hybrid cloud infrastructure.
• Oversee the Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Manage BYOD risks and secure branch networks.

Skills

International Development

EMC

JavaScript

Import & Export

Airlines

Asp.Net MVC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take ownership of enterprise-wide cybersecurity in a leading Financial Services environment? The Information Security Manager will lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC), and ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards. The role also includes managing BYOD risks, securing branch networks, and aligning with globally recognized frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Joint Security Standards (JSS).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Governance
• Architecture & Identity Management
• Security Operations
• Financial Management
• Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) Oversight
• Security Technology Lifecycle Management
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Awareness Education & Training
• Team Leadership & Culture
• Reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree 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 certification.
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert.
• GIAC Security Operations (GSOM) or equivalent SOC certification.
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and automation tools.
• Experience leading enterprise-level security functions in a highly regulated Financial Services environment.

Key Skills

• International Development
• EMC
• JavaScript
• Import & Export
• Airlines
• Asp.Net MVC