Remote Information Security Manager - Lead Strategy & Risk

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive package

Health insurance

Paid time off

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Information Security Manager to lead security initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. This leadership role requires developing and executing comprehensive security strategies, managing risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fully remote environment.

You will oversee a team of security professionals, manage budgets and vendors, and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats while driving strategic security initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks, compliance requirements, and risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage the company's overall information security program.
• Lead and mentor a team of security professionals.
• Oversee risk management activities including threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards.
• Manage security budgets and vendor relationships.

Skills

Information security

Leadership

Risk management

Incident response

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security / CS

Master's degree in Information Security / CS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Information Security Manager to lead security initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. This leadership role requires developing and executing comprehensive security strategies, managing risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fully remote environment.

You will oversee a team of security professionals, manage budgets and vendors, and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats while driving strategic security initiatives across the organization.