Information Security Officer

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Medical and dental coverage

Professional development and training

Pension fund contribution

Secure and stable working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Officer in Richards Bay to safeguard our information systems, data, and assets. You will implement security policies, monitor threats, and lead incident responses, coordinating with IT and operations to maintain a robust security posture.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field, at least 3 years in information security, and strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or CS or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in information security.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and regulations.
• Experience with security tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security awareness training for all employees.
• Monitor security alerts and logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
• Manage and maintain security infrastructure, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend security improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Firewalls

Antivirus software

Intrusion detection systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and detail-oriented Information Security Officer to join their team in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the organization's information systems and data. You will be responsible for implementing and enforcing security policies, monitoring for threats, and responding to security incidents. The successful candidate will work closely with IT and operational teams to ensure a robust security posture across the organization. This position requires a proactive approach to security management and a commitment to protecting valuable company assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security awareness training for all employees.
• Monitor security alerts and logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
• Manage and maintain security infrastructure, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend security improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an information security role.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and relevant regulations.
• Experience with security tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Secure and stable working environment in Richards Bay .