Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development budget

Career advancement

Office in Stellenbosch

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant to advise clients on designing and implementing robust security programs. You will lead risk assessments, security architecture reviews, and regulatory compliance efforts, including POPIA, on-site with clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree, 6–8 years of experience, and security certifications such as CISSP/CISM/CRISC/CISA. This is a full-time, client-facing role based in Stellenbosch.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or a senior advisory role.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA are essential.
• Travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity assessments, risk analyses, and maturity evaluations for clients.
• Develop and present strategic cybersecurity recommendations and roadmaps tailored to client needs.
• Advise clients on data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., POPIA).
• Design and oversee the implementation of security controls and solutions, including GRC frameworks.
• Lead security architecture reviews and provide guidance on secure system design.
• Assist clients in developing and maturing their incident response capabilities.
• Conduct security awareness training sessions for client personnel.
• Manage client relationships and project deliverables effectively.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, technologies, and industry trends.
• Contribute to the development of thought leadership and methodologies within the cybersecurity practice.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

COBIT

ITIL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Consultant to join their dedicated practice in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role involves providing expert advisory services to a diverse range of clients, helping them to assess, design, and implement robust cybersecurity strategies and solutions. You will be instrumental in guiding clients through complex security challenges, regulatory compliance, and digital transformation initiatives. This is a client-facing role requiring excellent analytical and communication skills, with an emphasis on on-site client engagements. Your expertise will be highly valued in shaping the security posture of numerous organizations. This position requires your full-time presence in our Stellenbosch office and at client sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity assessments, risk analyses, and maturity evaluations for clients.
• Develop and present strategic cybersecurity recommendations and roadmaps tailored to client needs.
• Advise clients on best practices for data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., POPIA).
• Design and oversee the implementation of security controls and solutions, including governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.
• Lead security architecture reviews and provide guidance on secure system design.
• Assist clients in developing and maturing their incident response capabilities.
• Conduct security awareness training sessions for client personnel.
• Manage client relationships and project deliverables effectively.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, technologies, and industry trends.
• Contribute to the development of thought leadership and methodologies within the cybersecurity practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or a senior advisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, and ITIL.
• Proven experience in risk assessment, vulnerability management, and security architecture design.
• Strong understanding of various security domains including network security, application security, cloud security, and data privacy.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage client expectations and project timelines.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA are essential.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package, reflective of your expertise and experience.
• Access to a broad spectrum of challenging and impactful client projects.
• Generous professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with a leading consulting firm in the heart of Stellenbosch, Western Cape .
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Performance-based bonuses and potential for career advancement.
• Supportive team culture focused on knowledge sharing and growth.