Remote Information Security Leader - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Leadership impact on security strategy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Information Security Lead to steer our cybersecurity strategy and execution from anywhere in South Africa. You will guide security initiatives, mentor a team, and drive risk management across the organization.

The role requires 7+ years in information security with at least 3 in leadership, deep knowledge of ISO 27001/NIST, and excellent remote collaboration skills to align IT and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of information security experience, with at least 3 in a leadership or lead role.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing comprehensive cybersecurity programs.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST), risk management, and threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of network, cloud, application security, and data protection.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, especially in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the organization's information security strategy and roadmap.
• Oversee security operations, including incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management.
• Manage and mentor a team of security professionals, fostering their growth and development.
• Establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation plans to address vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure security is integrated into all projects and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Information security

Security strategy

Risk management

Team mentorship

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Information Security Lead to steer our cybersecurity strategy and execution from anywhere in South Africa. You will guide security initiatives, mentor a team, and drive risk management across the organization.

The role requires 7+ years in information security with at least 3 in leadership, deep knowledge of ISO 27001/NIST, and excellent remote collaboration skills to align IT and business objectives.