Remote Information Security Officer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Home office setup allowance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Information Security Officer to lead our security program and protect digital assets across the organization. You will define policies, oversee controls, and drive incident response in a fully distributed team.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in information security governance, strong communication, and deep knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST frameworks, with a proven ability to work autonomously from any location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in information security management and governance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective security policies and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST).
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and incident response protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce information security policies, standards, and guidelines across the organization.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security controls and technologies to protect data and systems.
• Manage and coordinate incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Conduct regular security awareness training for all employees to foster a security-conscious culture.
• Perform regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Advise management on emerging security risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies and investments.

Skills

Information security management

Security governance

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Cybersecurity

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Remote Information Security Officer to join their fully distributed team. This position is critical in establishing and maintaining a secure information technology environment for the entire organization, regardless of geographical location. You will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures. The role demands a high level of autonomy, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of current cybersecurity threats and mitigation techniques, ensuring that our digital assets remain protected across all platforms and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce information security policies, standards, and guidelines across the organization.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security controls and technologies to protect data and systems.
• Manage and coordinate incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Conduct regular security awareness training for all employees to foster a security-conscious culture.
• Perform regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Advise management on emerging security risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies and investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in information security management and governance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective security policies and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of various security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST).
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and incident response protocols.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to shape the security strategy of a growing company.