Information Security & Risk Leader

Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in talent sourcing is seeking an Information Security Officer in Johannesburg. The role involves overseeing the strategic direction of technology security, ensuring compliance with regulations like POPI and GDPR, and managing risk exposure. Candidates should possess an IT-related bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and at least 7 years of experience in Technology Security or Risk Management. This is a critical position with responsibilities ranging from policy writing to project coordination.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in Technology Security or Risk Management roles.
• 4 years in Technology Policy writing.
• 3 years experience in coordinating large projects across multiple areas.
• 4 years in designing and implementing security controls.
• 3 years experience in assessing and communicating risk exposures.

Responsibilities

• Organize outputs aligned to Technology risk strategy and compliance.
• Manage and coordinate zero data loss approach and optimize Cyber Risk landscape.
• Drive continuous improvement in Cyber Risks management.
• Implement information security management framework and policies.
• Design and manage roadmap for information security and risk management.

Skills

Technology Security

Risk Management

Policy Writing

Project Coordination

People Management

Education

IT related bachelor's degree or Degree in Computer Science

Tools

COBIT

ITIL

CISSP

CISM

CRISC

CISA

ISO 27001

Job description

A recruitment agency specializing in talent sourcing is seeking an Information Security Officer in Johannesburg. The role involves overseeing the strategic direction of technology security, ensuring compliance with regulations like POPI and GDPR, and managing risk exposure. Candidates should possess an IT-related bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and at least 7 years of experience in Technology Security or Risk Management. This is a critical position with responsibilities ranging from policy writing to project coordination.