Information Security Officer

SUMMARY:
Become an essential Information Security Officer, based in Houghton!

POSITION INFO:
With close to 40 years of experience, this leading service provider plays a vital role in South Africa's financial infrastructure. Working closely with the country’s four major banks, operating 25 centres, the company ensures the safe, on-time distribution of currency, covering the entire cash lifecycle with a focus on customer satisfaction, integrity, and ethical conduct in all operations.

By joining this company, you will be part of a forward-thinking organisation that prioritizes innovation, safety, and teamwork. The company provides opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, ensuring that each employee’s expertise is valued and contributes directly to operational excellence. With a commitment to ethical standards and a culture that fosters collaboration, you will be joining a company where integrity and teamwork are at the core of every action.

If you are ready to make a significant impact and be part of a company that leads the way in secure cash management, apply now. Seize the opportunity to contribute your skills and grow professionally in an organization dedicated to safety, customer satisfaction, and operational success.

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Duties:

• Develop and implement information security strategies to ensure data protection and regulatory compliance.
• Advise on cloud security and emerging technologies like CaaS and CSaaS.
• Conduct risk assessments on new technologies to ensure alignment with security frameworks.
• Design, implement, and maintain ICT security policies in alignment with business objectives.
• Identify security risks, implement corrective actions, and manage vulnerabilities.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws like POPIA, PAIA, and GDPR.
• Oversee security controls implementation across applications and infrastructure.
• Lead security reviews, penetration testing, audits, and prepare risk reports for leadership.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BSc Information Systems, or related field.
• CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or ISO 27001.
• Professional Registration/Membership: Information Security Forums; ISACA; ISC2 (advantageous)

• 8 years of experience in IT environments.
• 3 years of experience developing, implementing, and monitoring security policies and controls.
• 3 years in information security management and managing of audit processes.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring security policies and controls.

• Strong leadership skills and experience working in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment.
• Working in a multi-discipline (matrix structure) team fostering collaboration and teamwork.
• Expertise in project management and aligning security principles with business needs.