Information Security Manager: Strategy, Risk & Incident Leadership

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead security initiatives from Stellenbosch. You will develop and implement strategic policies, manage security operations, and guide a team to protect information assets.

The role demands a proactive cybersecurity posture with strong leadership and collaboration across the organization. You will oversee risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response while driving training and security awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of information security experience, including 3+ years in management.
• Proven ability to develop and execute security strategies and policies.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management and compliance.
• Experience with various security technologies and platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security strategy and program.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the security team and security technologies.
• Manage risk assessment processes, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead incident response efforts and develop robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards.
• Foster a security-aware culture through training and communication.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cybersecurity expertise

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Security technologies

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead security initiatives from Stellenbosch. You will develop and implement strategic policies, manage security operations, and guide a team to protect information assets.

The role demands a proactive cybersecurity posture with strong leadership and collaboration across the organization. You will oversee risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response while driving training and security awareness.