Information Security Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary + bonus

Medical aid

Hybrid work

Professional dev budget

Leadership growth

Collaborative team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Information Security Manager to lead our security program in Polokwane. You will manage a team of security professionals, drive strategy, and protect critical assets against cyber threats in a hybrid on-site/remote setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years in information security with 2+ in management, and CISSP or CISM preferred. You will oversee incident response, risk management, and security operations while reporting to senior leadership.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 6+ years in information security with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, risk management, and controls.
• Experience with security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management; CISSP or CISM preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor the information security team to high performance.
• Develop and execute the overall information security strategy.
• Manage security operations including incident response and vulnerabilities.
• Ensure regulatory and industry standard compliance.
• Oversee deployment of security technologies and solutions.
• Report security posture and KPIs to senior management.

Conocimientos

InfoSec

Leadership

Incident response

Threat intel

Risk mgmt

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Information Security Manager to lead their security initiatives based in Polokwane . This leadership role involves overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's information security program. You will manage a team of security professionals, drive security strategy, and ensure the protection of critical assets against cyber threats. This hybrid role offers a blend of on-site leadership and remote flexibility, fostering a secure and compliant operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute the overall information security strategy and roadmap.
• Manage security operations, including incident response, vulnerability management, and threat detection.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Oversee the implementation of security technologies and solutions.
• Report on security posture and key performance indicators to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, best practices, and risk management.
• Experience with security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM are preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life integration.
• Generous budget for professional development and certifications.
• Opportunities for strategic influence and leadership growth.
• A collaborative and supportive management team.