Senior Project Manager - IT Security

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager with IT security expertise to lead critical security initiatives in Randburg. You will drive planning, delivery, and governance of security projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives.

The role requires 7+ years in project management with 3+ years in IT security, strong leadership, and effective stakeholder communication. Certifications like PMP or CISSP are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, with 3+ years in IT security projects.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and technologies.
• Experience with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks; PMP or CISSP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT security projects, including audits, assessments, and system implementations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, timelines, and resources.
• Manage relationships with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR/POPIA where applicable and internal policies.
• Monitor risks and provide status updates to senior management.

Skills

Project management

IT security

Risk management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Cybersecurity frameworks

ISO 27001

NIST

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Information Security

Tools

None

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Project Manager with a specialization in IT Security to join their team in Randburg . This role is critical for managing projects that enhance and protect the organization's information assets and infrastructure. You will lead initiatives related to cybersecurity frameworks, threat detection, incident response, and data privacy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a security-focused project leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful completion of IT security projects, such as security audits, vulnerability assessments, and system implementations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation for security initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal IT teams, external security vendors, and stakeholders across the organization.
• Ensure all security projects comply with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, POPIA) and internal policies.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies to safeguard organizational data.
• Provide regular status updates and reports on security project status and potential threats to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on IT security projects.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threats, and technologies.
• Proven experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST.
• PMP or CISSP certification is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and risk management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to work on critical IT security initiatives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities in cybersecurity.
• A secure and stable work environment within a leading organization.