Security Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Security Compliance Specialist for a respected manufacturing client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will ensure adherence to regulatory standards, audit controls, and coordinate with auditors to safeguard data and systems.

The role requires 4+ years in information security or risk management, strong knowledge of POPIA/ISO27001/NIST, and excellent documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., POPIA, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience in conducting compliance audits and gap analyses.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular internal audits to assess compliance with security standards and regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR if applicable).
• Identify compliance gaps and develop remediation plans to address them.
• Prepare and manage documentation for security audits and assessments.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and industry best practices related to data privacy and security.
• Assist in the development and delivery of security awareness training related to compliance.
• Manage risk assessments and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Oversee the process for data breach notifications and incident reporting from a compliance perspective.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a diligent Security Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to all relevant cybersecurity regulations and internal policies in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity and security of the company's data and systems, particularly in light of evolving regulatory landscapes. You will be responsible for auditing security controls, developing compliance documentation, and coordinating with internal teams and external auditors. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to ensure a high standard of security compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular internal audits to assess compliance with security standards and regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR if applicable).
• Identify compliance gaps and develop remediation plans to address them.
• Prepare and manage documentation for security audits and assessments.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and industry best practices related to data privacy and security.
• Assist in the development and delivery of security awareness training related to compliance.
• Manage risk assessments and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Oversee the process for data breach notifications and incident reporting from a compliance perspective.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., POPIA, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience in conducting compliance audits and gap analyses.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP, CISA, or CRISC are highly preferred.

Benefits

• An annual salary of R.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in compliance.
• A stable work environment within a reputable company.
• Contribute to the critical area of regulatory adherence.