Principal Security Consultant - Hybrid Cybersecurity Leader

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 leads a prestigious global cybersecurity practice in Sandton, Gauteng, seeking a Principal Security Consultant. The role focuses on strategic guidance, architecture design, and risk management for diverse clients, with a hybrid work model in a Johannesburg-based office.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in information security, deep expertise across cloud, app, and network security, IAM, and cryptography, plus strong executive communication skills and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field; PhD is a plus.
• 12+ years of progressive information security experience with senior consulting/advisory roles.
• Expertise across multiple security domains: cloud, application, network, IAM, cryptography.
• Proven track record leading large-scale security transformation and risk management initiatives.
• Knowledge of major frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT) and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive influencing skills.
• Advanced certifications (CISSP-ISSAP, CISM, CRISC, TOGAF) are desirable.
• Experience with threat modeling and advanced risk assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level strategic and technical cybersecurity consulting to clients.
• Lead client engagements, including risk assessments and security architecture reviews.
• Develop and present tailored security roadmaps and strategies for clients.
• Advise on best practices for security controls, incident response, and data protection.
• Design secure solutions for complex enterprise environments.
• Mentor junior consultants and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead pre-sales activities and assist in proposal development.

Skills

Security leadership

Cloud security

Application security

Network security

IAM

Cryptography

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

Placements24 leads a prestigious global cybersecurity practice in Sandton, Gauteng, seeking a Principal Security Consultant. The role focuses on strategic guidance, architecture design, and risk management for diverse clients, with a hybrid work model in a Johannesburg-based office.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in information security, deep expertise across cloud, app, and network security, IAM, and cryptography, plus strong executive communication skills and relevant certifications.