Senior Information Security Leader | Hybrid, Strategy & Risk

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary and bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Budget for professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Manager to lead its cybersecurity initiatives in Sandton. This hybrid role combines on-site leadership with remote flexibility and focuses on developing and overseeing a comprehensive information security program to protect critical assets.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of security best practices, working with senior management to embed security into planning and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or equivalent in information security or related field.
• CISSP, CISM and CRISC certifications are mandatory.
• 10+ years in information security with at least 5 years in management or leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in risk management, incident response, security architecture, and compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute information security strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee risk management, compliance, and incident response programs.
• Manage a team of security professionals and mentor development.
• Lead security awareness training and organizational initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and business to integrate security into planning.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cybersecurity knowledge

Risk management

Incident response

Security architecture

Compliance

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Information Security or related field

CISSP

CISM

CRISC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Manager to lead its cybersecurity initiatives in Sandton. This hybrid role combines on-site leadership with remote flexibility and focuses on developing and overseeing a comprehensive information security program to protect critical assets.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of security best practices, working with senior management to embed security into planning and drive continuous