Information Security Manager - Remote

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Career advancement

Flexible hours

Remote culture

Learning budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead security initiatives remotely with an anchor in Centurion. You will drive the organization's information security strategy, manage a security team, and coordinate incident responses while ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with business goals.

The role demands a proactive leader with 7+ years in information security, CISSP/CISM certifications, and a track record of enterprise-wide security strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of progressive experience in information security management.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing enterprise-wide security strategies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's information security strategy and roadmap.
• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a culture of security excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee risk management processes, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks.
• Manage the security operations center (SOC) functions and ensure effective threat detection and response.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Collaborate with senior management and other departments to align security objectives with business goals.

Skills

Security leadership

Team management

Strategy & governance

Risk assessment

Incident response

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in Information Security

CISSP

CISM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Information Security Manager to lead their security initiatives from a remote capacity, with an operational anchor in Centurion. This role is responsible for overseeing the company's overall information security strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems. You will manage a team of security professionals, develop and enforce security policies, and coordinate responses to security incidents. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong understanding of emerging threats and a commitment to building a resilient security program. This position offers the opportunity to shape the security future of the organization in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's information security strategy and roadmap.
• Lead and mentor the information security team, fostering a culture of security excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee risk management processes, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks.
• Manage the security operations center (SOC) functions and ensure effective threat detection and response.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Collaborate with senior management and other departments to align security objectives with business goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of progressive experience in information security management .
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing enterprise-wide security strategies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in risk assessment , vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are mandatory.

Benefits

• A highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Full comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous work-from-home stipend for home office setup and maintenance.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work culture.
• Access to the latest security technologies and a budget for continuous learning.