Manager : Cyber Security Operations

Road Accident Fund; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in government administration seeks a Director for Cyber Security to oversee all cybersecurity operations and policy development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in ICT and risk management and be proficient in various cybersecurity standards. This role includes managing teams, developing strategies for cybersecurity programs, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years relevant experience in ICT or Risk Management.
• At least 2 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of ICT technologies and cybersecurity trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor a strategic cybersecurity program.
• Manage communication and relationships with stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop ICT and cybersecurity teams.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Management

ICT Management

Stakeholder Management

Policy Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science

Postgraduate qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

CISSP

CISM

CISA

ITIL

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Road Accident Fund Practitioner : Talent Sourcing @ Road Accident Fund | People Management MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or a Computer Science related qualification.

A postgraduate qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science is an advantage.

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar are advantageous.

Experience 6-8 years relevant experience in ICT or Risk Management, with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role.

Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ITIL are beneficial.

Strong understanding of ICT technologies, cybersecurity trends, and best practices.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Cyber Security Develop and monitor a strategic cybersecurity program to protect IT assets.

Implement incident response and recovery plans.

Review governance structures and ensure compliance with policies.

Align technology governance with corporate governance.

Prepare reports on operational performance and cost savings.

Conduct risk assessments and penetration testing.

Develop cybersecurity awareness training.

Recommend hardware / software tools to management.

Promote ICT and cybersecurity best practices organization-wide.

Policy Review and Implementation Contribute to policy, procedure, and process development.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.

Reporting Prepare reports for management and regulatory bodies.

Develop and align procedures with RAF's strategy.

Create reporting systems for management and performance tracking.

Stakeholder Management Manage communication and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Engage with stakeholders at all levels.

People Management Lead, mentor, and develop ICT and cybersecurity teams.

Manage resources and budgets for security projects.

Implement HR processes to manage workplace conflicts and improve team performance.

Foster resilience, network, and alliance building.

Promote ethics, values, change management, and innovative thinking.

Develop policies and stakeholder relations.

Oversee data security, security architecture, operations, and application security.

Manage information assurance, vulnerability management, and business improvements.

Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration #J Ljbffr