Senior Information Security Officer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Officer in Rustenburg to lead the company’s security strategy and programs. You will shape policies, oversee risk management, and drive a strong security culture across the organization.

You will manage the information security team, collaborate with executives to communicate risks, and ensure compliance with relevant standards. A Master’s degree and 7+ years in security leadership are required, with a focus on enterprise-wide programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in information security leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, risk management, and compliance regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide security programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the overall information security strategy and framework.
• Oversee the management of security risks, including identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Lead the incident response team in managing and resolving security breaches effectively.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Manage and mentor the information security team, fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to communicate security risks and initiatives.

Skills

Security leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Security frameworks

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Information Security

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Information Security Officer to lead their security initiatives in Rustenburg . This role requires a seasoned professional to develop and execute comprehensive security strategies, manage security risks, and ensure compliance across the organization. You will play a pivotal role in defining security policies, overseeing security operations, and fostering a strong security culture. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's security posture and guide a team of security professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the overall information security strategy and framework.
• Oversee the management of security risks, including identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Lead the incident response team in managing and resolving security breaches effectively.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Manage and mentor the information security team, fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to communicate security risks and initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in information security leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, risk management, and compliance regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide security programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the security direction of the company.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and life insurance.
• Support for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• Remote work flexibility to foster work-life balance.