Project Manager - IT Security Implementation

Placements24; Centurion; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Medical aid coverage

Retirement fund

Professional development and certs

Generous annual leave

Modern Centurion office with hybrid

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead IT security deployments in Centurion, Gauteng. The role operates in a hybrid setup, blending on-site collaboration with remote flexibility to strengthen security frameworks within a dynamic financial services environment.

You will plan, execute, and deliver security projects, managing resources, budgets, and vendor relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive risk management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience with a focus on IT security projects.
• Experience implementing security solutions (firewalls, IDS, endpoint protection).
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge, threats, and best practices.
• Proficiency with PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (Jira, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

Responsabilités

• Plan, execute, and finalize IT security projects on time and within budget.
• Acquire and manage project resources including personnel and vendors.
• Define scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for security initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee security technology deployments.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues with proactive problem-solving.
• Communicate progress and challenges to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal security policies.
• Facilitate security awareness training for teams and end-users.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.

Connaissances

IT security projects

Project management

Agile

Waterfall

Jira

MS Project

Formation

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Outils

Jira

MS Project

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding financial services firm, is looking for a dedicated Project Manager with expertise in IT Security implementation. This role is ideal for a proactive individual seeking to enhance security frameworks within a challenging and dynamic environment. Based in Centurion, Gauteng , this position operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. You will play a critical role in managing the deployment of cutting-edge security solutions, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the security posture of a major player in the financial sector and grow your career within a supportive structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize IT security projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Acquire and manage project resources, including personnel, subject matter experts, and vendors.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for security initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee the implementation of security technologies.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring proactive problem-solving.
• Effectively communicate project progress, updates, and challenges to all stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security policies.
• Facilitate security awareness training sessions for project teams and end-users.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and ensure continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on IT security projects.
• Proven experience in implementing security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threats, and best practices.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, PMP) are a strong asset.
• Experience in the financial services industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid model in the Centurion area.

Benefits

• This role comes with a competitive salary and an attractive performance bonus structure.
• Our client provides excellent medical aid coverage, a substantial retirement fund, and extensive opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• You will enjoy generous annual leave and access to cutting-edge technology and training resources.
• The hybrid model offers flexibility, and the office environment in Centurion is modern and collaborative.