Senior Information Security Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa, seeks a Senior Information Security Manager to lead the company’s information security program and security team. The role focuses on policy development, risk management, incident response, and security awareness.

The successful candidate will work closely with executive management to align security initiatives with business objectives and protect critical assets and operations.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's information security program including policy development and governance.
• Lead risk management activities to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks.
• Manage incident response planning and execution to contain and recover from security events.
• Drive security awareness training and culture across the business.
• Lead a security team and partner with executive management to align security with business objectives.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturing company in Klerksdorp , is looking for a highly capable Senior Information Security Manager. This strategic position involves overseeing all aspects of the organization's information security program, including policy development, risk management, incident response, and security awareness training. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, extensive experience in information security management, and a deep understanding of business operations. You will lead a dedicated security team and work closely with executive management to ensure that security risks are effectively managed and aligned with business objectives. This is a significant opportunity to shape and lead the cybersecurity efforts for a major employer in the North West region. Your leadership will be crucial in protecting the company's sensitive data and operational technology. We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who can anticipate future threats and build a resilient security infrastructure. Join us to drive security excellence and protect our valuable assets.