Information Security Officer - Hybrid – Rondebosch, Cape Town or Centurion

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

cvs

Date posted:

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Location:

CapeTown, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an experienced Information Security Officer to safeguard their data and IT infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring compliance with industry standards and maintaining robust security protocols.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Security Policy Development:
- Develop and implement security standards, policies, and procedures.
Risk and Threat Management:
- Identify and mitigate risks to information systems.
- Investigate and resolve security incidents.
Compliance and Auditing:
- Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and PCI P2PE standards.
- Coordinate audits and prepare for recertifications.
Vulnerability and Penetration Testing:
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and implement corrective actions.
Data Protection:
- Establish and maintain data classification and protection measures.
Security Awareness:
- Lead security awareness programs to educate employees.
Consultation and Reporting:
- Provide internal security consultation and report on security risks and performance.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

IT-related Diploma/Degree (3 years) in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.

Advantageous:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

Expertise Required:

Information Security & Risk Management: Developing and implementing security policies and mitigating risks.
PCI DSS & PCI P2PE Compliance: Managing compliance and audit processes.
Incident Response & Vulnerability Management: Handling security incidents and vulnerability assessments.
Audit Coordination: Overseeing internal and external audits.
Data Protection: Securing sensitive information.

Why Join?

This role offers an opportunity to work in a hybrid model while contributing to a highly secure and innovative payment processing environment.

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