Senior Cybersecurity Manager

Head of Information Security

Location: Remote
Level: Senior Management
Industry: Confidential
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

A leading organisation is seeking a Head of Information Security to drive its cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and compliance efforts. This role will lead a team of security professionals, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the protection of critical systems and data assets. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a track record of implementing robust security frameworks in complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and implement the enterprise-wide information security strategy, aligning it with business objectives.
* Lead cyber risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management initiatives.
* Oversee incident response planning and ensure effective mitigation of security threats.
* Manage disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning, including regular testing.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (POPIA, GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001, etc.).
* Evaluate, implement, and manage security technologies, including SIEM, endpoint protection, and identity & access management.
* Build and lead a team of cybersecurity professionals, fostering a culture of security awareness.
* Oversee vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring third-party security compliance.
* Develop IT security policies, procedures, and best practices, driving adoption across the organization.
* Report regularly to senior leadership on security risks, incidents, and compliance metrics.
* Lead a team of 3.

Key Requirements

* 10+ years of experience in Information Security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
* Strong expertise in cyber risk management, cloud security, and security architecture.
* Hands-on experience with penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and threat detection.
* Solid understanding of network security, firewalls, encryption, and IAM solutions.
* Experience implementing security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or COBIT.
* Familiarity with compliance standards like POPIA, GDPR, SOC2.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional security teams.
* Ability to balance security with business operations, ensuring a secure but efficient IT environment.
* Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA (preferred).
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Why Join?

* Lead the security strategy at a high-impact organisation.
* Work with cutting-edge security technologies and best practices.
* Competitive salary with growth opportunities in a dynamic environment

If you're a seasoned cybersecurity leader looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.