Chief Information Security Officer

SUMMARY:
New opportunity available for a Chief Information Security Officer role for our client in the Automotive Industry based in Kariega.

POSITION INFO:
The Chief Information Security Officers prepares an organisation to counter existing and emerging threats, is responsible for establishing and communicating best practices for maintaining data security, as well as monitoring the effectiveness of security operations. The CISO is also responsible for protecting the organisation's data and intellectual property, including maintaining best practices and designing effective policies to handle breaches and other disasters.


Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ensure its effectiveness.
2. Implement and maintain processes to identify and mitigate IT risks.
3. Provide security guidance and expertise to internal and external stakeholders.
4. Lead the implementation of security policies, guidelines, and awareness campaigns.
5. Develop and oversee the Industrial Cyber Security program and vehicle security measures.
6. Oversee IT security policy and administration and validate its effectiveness.
7. Investigate and remediate security breaches and incidents.
8. Coordinate independent and group security audits.

1. Implement vulnerability management and penetration testing.
2. Support contract management to ensure external partners comply with security policies.
3. Stay up to date with industry security issues, trends, and technologies.
4. Advise on security measures for complex projects.
5. Lead on the development of security policies and guidelines.
6. Perform the role of PISO (Production Information Security Officer) and SO (Security Officer) vehicle manufacturing.

1. 3-year IT (or related) qualification (Degree or National Diploma).
2. CISSP and/or other advanced security certifications.
3. 4-8 years of business systems experience.

1. Thorough understanding of general business processes
2. Project leadership skills (medium to large).
3. Good knowledge of the corresponding system environment in the Manufacturing Industry and suitable market leader products.
4. Good knowledge of I.S. resources and financial management.