Remote Information Security Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Global health coverage

Home office allowance

Professional development

Flexible work schedule

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Information Security Manager to lead its global cybersecurity program from anywhere. You will develop and execute the security strategy, oversee threat detection, incident response, and risk management across distributed operations, and ensure compliance with international standards.

You will mentor a geographically dispersed team, manage security budgets and vendors, run audits, and drive security awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in information security with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Experience developing security strategies for remote-first/global orgs.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, risk management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a global information security program.
• Oversee threat detection, incident response, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with international data protection regulations and standards.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of security professionals.
• Manage security budgets, vendor relationships, and awareness programs.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Security strategy

Threat detection

Incident response

Risk management

Cloud security

ISO 27001

NIST

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Info Security

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced and motivated Remote Information Security Manager to lead their global cybersecurity efforts. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing the company's information security strategy, managing security risks, and ensuring compliance with international standards. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices, and a proven ability to manage security operations in a distributed environment. You will play a critical role in protecting our client\'s digital assets and maintaining a secure online presence for their worldwide operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive global information security program.


• Oversee all aspects of cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, and risk management.


• Ensure compliance with relevant international data protection regulations and industry standards.


• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of security professionals.


• Manage security budgets, vendor relationships, and security awareness programs.


• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor\’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master\’s degree preferred.


• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.


• Proven expertise in developing and executing cybersecurity strategies in a remote-first or globally distributed organization.


• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST), risk management, and compliance.


• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure), network security, and data privacy.


• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive global health insurance coverage.


• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.


• Flexible remote work schedule with significant autonomy.


• Opportunity to lead a critical function in a forward-thinking organization.